Description

This Easy & Delicious Lemon Garlic Chicken is a zesty, juicy dinner made with simple ingredients but loaded with bright, savory flavor. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s the perfect go-to for busy weeknights or refreshing summer dinners.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs

3 tablespoons olive oil

1/4 cup lemon juice (juice of 2 lemons)

Zest of 1 lemon

4 garlic cloves minced

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Fresh parsley and lemon slices for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.

2. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Marinate in the fridge for at least 20 minutes, up to 4 hours.

3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil if needed and place chicken in a single layer.

4. Sear for 5–7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.

5. Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for a few minutes.

6. Garnish with parsley and lemon slices. Serve warm with your favorite sides.

Notes

Marinate longer for deeper flavor, but 20 minutes is enough in a pinch.

Try grilling instead of pan-searing for a smoky twist.

Add lemon slices to the pan while cooking for extra citrus aroma.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Pan-seared
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
Calories: 290
Sugar: 0 g
Sodium: 610 mg
Fat: 17 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 2 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 30 g
Cholesterol: 110 mg

Keywords: lemon chicken, garlic chicken, easy chicken dinner