Lehsuni Garlic Chicken
Tender chicken seared in a garlicky, buttery sauce with a hit of chili and lemon. A showstopping weeknight dinner that tastes like restaurant Indian in under 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 38g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Season all over with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Heat 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until foaming.
Step 3
Sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side without moving until golden and cooked through (165°F). Transfer to a plate.
Step 4
Add remaining 2 tbsp butter to the same skillet. Add garlic and ginger, cook until fragrant, about 60 seconds.
Step 5
Stir in red chili flakes, then squeeze lemon juice over the pan. Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat.
Step 6
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or larger
- paper towels
- instant-read meat thermometer
- wooden spoon or spatula
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