Easy Lemon Chicken
A simple yet delightful lemon chicken recipe that balances bright acidity with tender meat, perfect for weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and add them to the skillet.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and lemon juice to the skillet, stirring to coat the chicken.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve with a sprinkle of chopped parsley.
Notes
Rest the chicken for about five minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute. Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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