Lemon Butter Sauce Recipe for Cutlets

Bright, tangy, and luxuriously buttery, this lemon butter sauce is the perfect partner for crispy, juicy cutlets. Whether you’re serving chicken, fish, or even veggie cutlets, this sauce adds a restaurant-quality touch in just minutes. It’s creamy yet zesty, rich yet refreshing, the kind of finishing touch that makes your dish truly unforgettable.

What Is Lemon Butter Sauce?

Lemon butter sauce is a silky emulsion made by combining melted butter with fresh lemon juice, often enriched with garlic, herbs, and a splash of cream or stock. In the culinary world, this is sometimes called beurre blanc or lemon beurre sauce, but our version keeps things simple and approachable while still tasting gourmet. The balance of tart lemon with velvety butter enhances the flavor of cutlets without overpowering them.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick & Easy: Ready in under 10 minutes.
• Versatile: Works beautifully with chicken cutlets, pork cutlets, fish fillets, or even vegetarian options.
• Fresh & Flavorful: The lemon’s brightness cuts through richness, making every bite refreshing.
• Enhances Any Meal: Turns everyday cutlets into an elegant dinner.

Directions

Step 1: Melt the Butter

In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt half of the butter (¼ cup). Allow it to gently bubble without browning.

Step 2: Sauté the Garlic

Add the minced garlic and cook for 30–45 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic, as it can turn bitter.

Step 3: Add Lemon & Stock

Stir in the lemon juice and zest. If using stock, add it now. Let the mixture simmer for 1–2 minutes to slightly reduce and intensify the flavor.

Step 4: Finish with Butter & Cream

Lower the heat and whisk in the remaining butter until the sauce becomes silky. If you want a richer, creamier sauce, stir in the heavy cream at this stage.

Step 5: Season & Serve

Taste and adjust with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped parsley just before serving.

Final Bite: A Tangy Twist for Your Cutlets!

This lemon butter sauce is proof that simple ingredients can create big, bold flavors. It’s bright enough to cut through crispy coatings yet creamy enough to feel indulgent. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or making a quick weeknight meal, it will bring your cutlets to life with just the right balance of richness and zest.

Craving more inspiration? Check out our Best Breaded Cutlet Recipes for delicious ideas you can pair with this sauce, or try our Garlic Parmesan Chicken Cutlets for another flavor-packed winner.

Serving Suggestions

• Chicken Cutlets: Drizzle generously over crispy pan-fried or oven-baked chicken cutlets.
• Fish Cutlets: The lemony tang pairs beautifully with delicate seafood flavors.
• Vegetable Cutlets: Adds a touch of indulgence to lighter, plant-based cutlets.
• Serve with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or steamed asparagus for a complete meal.

Tips for the Perfect Lemon Butter Sauce

• Use Fresh Lemon Juice: Bottled juice can’t match the flavor.
• Don’t Overheat: High heat may cause the sauce to separate.
• Adjust Consistency: Add stock if too thick, or simmer longer if too thin.
• Make Ahead: Prepare hours in advance, reheat gently, and whisk to restore texture.

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