Description
A quick and zesty dish featuring tender chicken bites marinated in lemon garlic, perfect for busy weeknights or unexpected guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and paprika. Toss to ensure all the chicken is coated evenly.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Once cooked, remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes prior to cooking. Serve with rice or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken, quick meals, lemon, garlic, weeknight dinner