Description
Spring Garlic Herb Chicken is a delightful dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with a vibrant garlic herb sauce, creating an aromatic experience for your taste buds. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe brings a burst of flavor to the table while being easy to prepare. Paired with roasted vegetables or a crisp salad, it’s a well-rounded meal that will impress everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by finely chopping the herbs.
- Pat the chicken dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, herbs, and lemon juice until combined.
- Coat the seasoned chicken in the garlic herb mixture and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Sear each side of the chicken for about 6-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serve with extra lemon wedges if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg