Description
A quick and delicious recipe for Easy Lemon Herb Chicken that brings joy and flavor to your dinner table.
Ingredients
- 🍗 Chicken Breasts: 4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
- 🛢️ Olive Oil: 1/4 cup (60 ml)
- 🍋 Lemon Juice: 1/4 cup (60 ml, freshly squeezed)
- 🧄 Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- 🌿 Fresh Thyme: 1 tablespoon, chopped
- 🌿 Fresh Rosemary: 1 tablespoon, chopped
- 🌿 Fresh Parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped
- 🧂 Salt: to taste
- 🧂 Pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by washing hands, rinsing the chicken breasts, and patting them dry.
- Marinate the chicken by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and fresh herbs in a mixing bowl.
- Place the chicken in a resealable plastic bag, pour the marinade over it, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the chicken on a preheated grill or skillet for about 6-7 minutes on each side, checking for an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving with sides.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for better flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked properly.
- Let the chicken rest after cooking to retain its juices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling or Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Easy Chicken Dinner, Lemon Herb Chicken, Quick Recipes