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Lemon herb chicken

Recipe Information

Description:
Lemon herb chicken is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 15 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 25 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 2 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 2
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 15 Minutes
Total Time 25 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Chicken
Category Poultry
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine American
Cook Method Sautéing
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 lemon

  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 pinch dried oregano

  • 2 sprigs fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

  • Split the lemon into halves and squeeze one half onto the chicken breast.

  • Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste.

  • Add the olive oil to a skillet over medium heat.

  • After the oil has heated, add the chicken.

  • While cooking, apply the juice from other lemon half and the oregano

  • Sauté each side of the chicken breast for 10 minutes or until the juices run clear.

  • Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 212 cal

  • Total fat: 9g

  • Saturated fat: 1g

  • Cholesterol: 68mg

  • Sodium: 94mg

  • Potassium: 543mg

  • Carbohydrate: 8g

  • Fiber: 4g

  • Protein: 29g