Description
This Spring Lemon Herb Chicken will invigorate your taste buds with its zesty marinade and succulent chicken. Perfect for warm weather gatherings or cozy nights in, this recipe is easy to prepare yet impressive enough to wow your guests. With a golden-brown crust and vibrant herb garnish, each bite is a delicious reminder of sunny days. Get ready to savor the flavors of spring with minimal effort!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the chicken breasts and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over it; seal and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Sear the chicken for about 5-7 minutes until browned on one side.
- Flip the chicken, reduce heat slightly, cover with a lid, and cook until fully cooked through (7-10 minutes).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing; garnish with herbs or pine nuts if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 326
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg