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Quick and Easy Lemon Chicken
This flavorful lemon chicken is quick to prepare and perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Protein
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breast
- 0.5 cup lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons lemon pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Place chicken in a resealable bag with lemon juice, olive oil, lemon pepper, basil, oregano, and salt. Shake to coat and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for 2-3 minutes, then serve hot garnished with parsley and lemon slices if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, add fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon before serving.