Simple Lemon Herb Chicken Dinner
A quick and delicious lemon herb chicken recipe that packs refreshing flavors, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (5-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
- 1 medium lemon, juiced, divided
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pinch dried oregano
- 2 sprigs fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Place the chicken in a bowl and pour half of the lemon juice over it. Sprinkle with salt.
- Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add chicken and pour in remaining lemon juice and oregano. Season with black pepper.
- Cook chicken for 5 to 10 minutes per side until golden brown and juices run clear, reaching a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Let chicken marinate in lemon juice for at least 15 minutes for deeper flavor. Adjust seasonings to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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