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Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe

Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

This Lemon Garlic Chicken recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and delicious dinner. Juicy chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection and topped with a tangy lemon garlic sauce.


Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • lemon slices and fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pound and season the chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness and season with salt, pepper, and oregano.
  2. Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through.
  3. Make the sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic, add lemon juice, zest, and broth. Simmer, then stir in butter.
  4. Combine and simmer: Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer for another 1-2 minutes.
  5. Serve: Garnish with lemon slices and parsley before serving warm.

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with rice, roasted vegetables, or a light salad.
  • For extra richness, add a splash of heavy cream with the lemon juice.
  • You can also grill the chicken and drizzle the lemon garlic sauce over the top.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 410mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg