Chicken Breast With Lemon Sage Butter

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 13

Juicy and Flavorful Chicken Breast With Lemon Sage Butter

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

334

Sugar

Fat

25g

Craving a flavorful and effortless dinner recipe? Look no further than this Chicken Breast with Lemon Sage Butter recipe. The dish is a perfect balance of rich flavor and tenderness. The buttery, sage-infused mixture under the skin creates a crispy texture on top with meltingly tender meat underneath. The bright lemon juice and dry white wine bring a refreshing taste to the dish. This recipe is simple, delicious, and guaranteed to please everyone at the dinner table. Perfectly accompanied by roasted veggies or rice of your choice.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.	In a small bowl, mix together the room temperature butter, chopped fresh sage, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3.	Carefully loosen the skin on each chicken breast, and apply the butter mixture underneath.
4.	Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish, and add the dry white wine.
5.	Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

PROS

This recipe takes minimal effort to prepare but packs a punch in terms of flavor and juiciness.
The lemon sage butter adds a delicious layer of flavor, while the skin-on chicken breasts create a crispy texture on the outside and moist meat on the inside.
The dry white wine enhances the overall taste of the dish.

This recipe is also keto-friendly, gluten-free, and low-carb.

CONS

The skin-on chicken breasts may be higher in fat compared to skinless chicken, so it may not be suitable for those on a low-fat diet.
The use of butter and wine in the recipe may also increase its calorie count.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of lean protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle.
The sage in this recipe has been linked to improving brain function, and the lemon juice adds a dose of vitamin C, which boosts the immune system.

	4 tablespoons butter , room temperature
	2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage , fine
	2 tablespoons lemon juice
	1 pinch salt
	1 pinch pepper
	6 chicken breasts , skin on
	1/2 cup dry white wine