Lemon herb chicken breasts
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4.5
Lemon herb chicken breasts
Description
Lemon herb chicken breasts involve marinating skinless, boneless chicken breasts in a lemon-infused olive oil mixture combined with garlic, oregano, dried mixed herbs, fresh thyme, paprika, and chili flakes. The lemon juice and zest add brightness and acidity, while the herbs and spices contribute earthiness and mild heat. The chicken is flattened slightly for uniform thickness and cooked on a skillet or grill, taking 3 to 5 minutes per side depending on thickness. Resting covered after cooking allows juices to redistribute, yielding tender, flavorful meat.
The resulting chicken has a balance of citrus tang and herbaceous seasoning, with a hint of smokiness from paprika. Its tender but firm texture works well paired alongside steamed vegetables, salad, or a grain dish. It provides a simple yet flavorful poultry option that requires only a short marinade time but can be marinated longer for enhanced flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 large chicken breast skinless + boneless
For the lemon herb marinade
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- lemon zest of 1
- 3 garlic crushed, cloves
- 1 tsp oregano
- 2 tsp mixed herbs dried
- 2 tsp thyme fresh leaves
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili flakes or red pepper flakes
- 2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts between two layers of parchment/baking paper and flatten out slightly with a meat mallet/rolling pin.
- Whisk together the marinade ingredients.
- Place the chicken in a glass container and pour over the marinade. Mix to make sure the chicken is well-coated then cover and allow to marinade for at least 20 minutes but up to 24 hours, refrigerated.
- To cook the chicken breasts, heat a skillet, pan or grill then add the chicken and cook for 3-5 minutes per side (depending on thickness) until cooked through but still juicy.
- Remove from the heat and cover with foil, allowing the chicken to rest for at 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 257 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 257kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 1299mg | 54% |
| Potassium | 442mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 270IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 8.6mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.5
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