Pan-Seared Lemon Herb Chicken with Roasted Garlic

Ingredients

- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 6 ounces each)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 large lemons)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or a large resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated evenly.
- Cover the dish or seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours, to allow the flavors to infuse. (Do not exceed 6 hours to prevent the acidity from toughening the chicken.)

2. Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for the roasting step.

3. Pan-Sear the Chicken
- Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the hot pan.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Carefully place the chicken breasts in the skillet.
- Sear the chicken for 3 minutes on each side, or until a golden-brown crust forms.

4. Oven Roasting
- Once the chicken is seared, transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- Roast for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.

5. Rest and Serve
- Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest in the pan for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Serve the chicken breasts hot, garnished with extra lemon slices and a sprinkle of fresh oregano if desired.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT30M
30 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT20M
20 minutes
- Total Time: PT50M
50 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

1. Lemon Chicken
2. Pan-Seared Chicken
3. Oven-Roasted
4. Easy Dinner
5. Garlic Herb Chicken
6. Quick Meal
7. Marinated Chicken
8. Healthy Dinner
9. Family Meal
10. Flavorful Chicken

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- Total Calories: 1,200

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