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Lemon Garlic Skillet Chicken
Prep Time
10
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
15
minutes
minutes
Total Time
25
minutes
minutes
Servings
4
pieces
Calories
250
A quick and flavorful chicken dish with bright lemon and garlic notes, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken
4
pieces
bone-in or boneless chicken thighs or breasts
(patted dry)
4
cloves
garlic
(sliced thin)
1
tablespoon
olive oil
1
teaspoon
lemon zest
(from one lemon)
3
tablespoons
fresh lemon juice
(about one lemon)
to taste
Salt and pepper
Instructions
Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook chicken 5-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
Add garlic to skillet, cook until fragrant, then add lemon zest and juice.
Simmer sauce 2-3 minutes, then spoon over chicken and serve.
Notes
For extra flavor, garnish with fresh herbs or lemon slices.
Calories:
250
kcal
Cost:
$15
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
chicken, Garlic, Lemon