Description
A delightful Lemon Garlic Chicken dish with a burst of flavor from fresh lemon and aromatic garlic, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Add the chicken to the hot skillet, cooking until golden brown on one side, about 6-7 minutes. Flip and repeat on the other side until thoroughly cooked.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a plate to rest.
- Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant—be careful not to burn it!
- Pour in the lemon juice and zest, stirring to combine with the garlic, creating a beautiful, aromatic sauce.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating each piece with the vibrant sauce. Allow it to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, adding a burst of color and a hint of freshness.
Notes
Marinating the chicken in a lemon and garlic mixture for a few hours enhances flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg