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Lemon Garlic Chicken

Bright notes of lemon and aromatic garlic come together in this quick and versatile chicken dish, perfect for weeknights or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, juice of 2 lemons, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Add 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat until hot, about 2 minutes.
  4. Place the marinated chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. While cooking, spoon pan juices over the chicken periodically to baste and keep it moist.
  6. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  7. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken as a garnish.
  8. Serve the lemon garlic chicken alongside your favorite sides and enjoy immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding capers to the marinade for a briny kick!