Lemon Herbed Chicken
April 2, 2025
How to Make Lemon Herbed Chicken
Delight your palate with our Lemon Herbed Chicken, a dish that perfectly balances zest and herbs for a refreshing taste. This summer-ready recipe begins with a homemade marinade of lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and a blend of garlic and thyme. The chicken is then pan-seared to golden perfection, accompanied by aromatic lemon slices.
Each serving is drizzled with the warm, flavorful sauce and garnished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs. With a prep time of 30 minutes and a cook time of 25 minutes, this dish serves four, making it a perfect choice for a nutritious family meal. Each serving contains 220 calories and is rich in protein, ensuring a satisfying and healthy meal.
30 min prep time
25 min cook time
4servings
1 chicken breast
Step-By-Step Instructions:
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Prep the Marinade: In a small pot, warm the lemon zest, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, chopped thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper to create the sauce.
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Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and lemon slices to the skillet. Cook the chicken until it’s golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), about 5 minutes a side.
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Serve the chicken and lemon slices with the warm sauce and garnish with additional fresh herbs.
Nutrition facts
4 Servings
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Serving Size
1 chicken breast
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Amount per serving
Calories
220
- % Daily value*
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Total Fat
12g
15%-
Saturated Fat
2g
10% -
Trans Fats
0g
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Saturated Fat
-
Cholesterol
80mg
27% -
Sodium
270mg
12% -
Total Carbohydrate
4g
1%-
Dietary Fiber
1g
4% -
Total Sugars
1g
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Added Sugars
0g
0%
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Dietary Fiber
-
Protein
26g
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Potassium
436mg
9%