Lemon Chicken

Name: Lemon Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 pieces Chicken Breasts (boneless, skinless); 1 large Lemon (juiced and sliced for garnish); 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra virgin); 2 cloves Garlic (minced); 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped); 1 teaspoon Salt (to taste); 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground, to taste); 0.5 cup Chicken Broth (optional, for pan sauce)

A quick, easy, and delicious recipe for flavorful Lemon Chicken. This healthy dish features tender chicken breasts marinated in a zesty lemon-garlic mixture, then cooked to perfection. It's an ideal meal for a weeknight dinner, combining fresh ingredients for a bright and satisfying taste.

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Marinated Chicken

Recipe Information

10m

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

25m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Mediterranean

German

Nutrition (per serving)

350

Calories

40g

Protein

10g

Carbs

15g

Fat

Chicken Searing in Pan

Ingredients

Chicken Breasts
(boneless, skinless)
2 pieces
Lemon
(juiced and sliced for garnish)
1 large
Olive Oil
(extra virgin)
2 tablespoons
Garlic
(minced)
2 cloves
Fresh Parsley
(chopped)
2 tablespoons
Salt
(to taste)
1 teaspoon
Black Pepper
(freshly ground, to taste)
0.5 teaspoon
Chicken Broth
(optional, for pan sauce)
0.5 cup

Servings: 2

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Lemon Chicken with Sauce

Instructions

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Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create thinner cutlets or pound them to an even thickness for faster and more even cooking.
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Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create thinner cutlets or pound them to an even thickness for faster and more even cooking.
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Evenly thick chicken cooks more uniformly and stays juicy.
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In a bowl, combine the juice of one lemon, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
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In a bowl, combine the juice of one lemon, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
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Adjust seasoning according to your preference. A zest of lemon can be added for more aroma.
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Add the chicken cutlets to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature, or up to 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
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Add the chicken cutlets to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature, or up to 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
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Do not marinate for too long (over 2 hours) as the lemon juice can start to 'cook' the chicken, making it tough.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken, reserving any excess marinade. Sear for 4-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken, reserving any excess marinade. Sear for 4-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
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Ensure the pan is hot enough before adding chicken to get a nice sear. Don't overcrowd the pan.
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If making a pan sauce, remove the cooked chicken and set aside. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth (and optional leftover marinade, if boiled) and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
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If making a pan sauce, remove the cooked chicken and set aside. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth (and optional leftover marinade, if boiled) and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
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Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan to incorporate all the flavor into the sauce.
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Return the chicken to the pan briefly to coat with the sauce, if desired. Garnish with fresh lemon slices and serve immediately.
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Return the chicken to the pan briefly to coat with the sauce, if desired. Garnish with fresh lemon slices and serve immediately.
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Serve with a side of rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.