Description
A simple yet flavorful chicken breast recipe that elevates weeknight dinners with easy-to-find ingredients and straightforward steps.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon juice with olive oil to create a marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them, ensuring they’re fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken breasts.
- Cook each side for about 6-7 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove the chicken from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
For best results, marinate the chicken overnight. Pair with roasted vegetables or a simple salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken, easy recipes, family dinner, weeknight meals, poultry