Description
A quick and easy chicken recipe that is tender, juicy, and full of flavor, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or thyme) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your skillet over medium heat and pour in the olive oil.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken in the hot skillet, cooking for about 5-7 minutes on each side until it’s golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Drizzle lemon juice into the skillet and let it simmer for an additional minute before removing from heat.
- Finish off your dish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a burst of color and flavor.
Notes
Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days in the refrigerator or frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken, quick dinner, easy recipe, family meal, skillet chicken