Quick Garlic Lemon Chicken

A flavorful and zesty chicken dish perfect for a gourmet lunch.

Total time: 25 min

Servings: 2

Calories: 320 per serving

Protein: 38g | Carbs: 4g | Fat: 16g

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat on the stovetop.
3. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on one side until golden brown.
4. Flip the chicken breasts, reduce the heat to medium, and add the minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
5. Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken and sprinkle with lemon zest.
6. Remove from heat and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.