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A serving of flavorful lemon garlic chicken with herbs on a white plate.

Lemon Garlic Chicken

This zesty and savory lemon garlic chicken recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal, offering tender chicken infused with bright lemon and pungent garlic flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 lemons
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Oven-safe skillet
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the juice of one lemon, minced garlic, olive oil, chopped fresh parsley, and dried oregano to create the marinade.
  3. Add the seasoned chicken to the marinade, ensuring each piece is fully coated; cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours, for optimal flavor.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil.
  2. Sear the chicken for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Serving
  1. Remove the chicken from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh lemon slices and additional fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For best results, allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes. You can also pan-fry the chicken entirely on the stovetop if you do not have an oven-safe skillet, cooking until thoroughly done.