Lemon Chicken
Bright and zesty, this Lemon Chicken recipe brings a burst of flavor to your dinner table. Infused with fresh garlic, lemon juice, and aromatic herbs, this dish is easy to prepare and perfect for impressing family and friends. Whether grilled or seared, each bite delivers juicy chicken that’s sure to become a household favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 large lemons (zested and juiced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (or a mix)
- 1 tsp sugar (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prep your ingredients: Mince the garlic, zest the lemons, and juice them.
- 2. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine lemon juice, zest, garlic, olive oil, herbs, salt, pepper, and optional sugar. Add the chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3. Heat your skillet over medium-high heat. Add a splash of olive oil.
- 4. Sear the chicken: Place marinated chicken in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 5. Add broth: Pour in the chicken broth and scrape any bits from the pan. Cover and simmer on low for 10-15 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should be 165°F).
- 6. Serve hot with fresh herbs sprinkled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg