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Lemon Garlic Chicken

Lemon Garlic Chicken

280 cal

35 g

3 g

13 g

This juicy and flavorful Lemon Garlic Chicken is a quick and easy dish perfect for weeknight dinners. Marinated in fresh lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, then pan-seared or baked to perfection—this high-protein, low-carb chicken recipe is a healthy meal choice the whole family will love.

Instructions

To take your Lemon Garlic Chicken to the next level, start by pounding the chicken breasts to an even thickness. This helps them cook evenly and soak up more of the marinade, resulting in juicier, more flavorful meat.
Chicken breasts

Chicken breasts

Garlic cloves

Garlic cloves

Olive oil

Olive oil

Lemon

Lemon

Lemon zest

Lemon zest

Dried oregano

Dried oregano

Salt

Salt

Black pepper

Black pepper

Parsley

Parsley

Steps to follow

1Step
Prepare the Marinad

In a bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

2Step
Marinate the Chicken

Add chicken breasts to a resealable bag or container. Pour marinade over the chicken, ensuring even coating. Let it marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).

30 min
3Step
Sear the Chicken

Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes on each side, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

10 min
4Step
Rest and Garnish

Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes. This helps retain the juices. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon if desired.

5 min

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