Exquisite Lemon Garlic Chicken on the Stove

Ingredients

- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested

Instructions

1. Preparation: Begin by prepping your ingredients. Mince the garlic cloves and set them aside. Juice and zest the lemon into a small bowl.

2. Season the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over them, then season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Rub the seasonings into the meat for even flavor distribution.

3. Preheat the Pan: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Allow the oil to heat until it shimmers but does not smoke.

4. Cook the Chicken: Carefully place the seasoned chicken breasts into the heated skillet. Sear each side for 6-7 minutes, or until the exterior is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). This should take approximately 12 to 14 minutes in total.

5. Garlic and Lemon: Once the chicken is cooked through, reduce the heat to low. Add the minced garlic to the skillet, stirring constantly for about 1 minute until it's fragrant but not browned. Immediately pour the lemon juice and zest over the chicken and garlic.

6. Sauté and Finish: Increase the heat slightly, allowing the lemon juice to sizzle and reduce for about 1-2 minutes. This will create a flavorful glaze over the chicken.

7. Rest and Serve: Remove the skillet from the heat and let the chicken rest in the pan for at least 5 minutes to fully absorb the flavors. Serve the chicken breasts warm, garnished with any remaining lemon zest or additional black pepper if desired.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT10M
10 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT20M
20 minutes

Total Time

- Total Time: PT30M
30 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Lemon Garlic Chicken, Stovetop Chicken, Quick Chicken Dinner, Easy Chicken Recipe, Flavorful Chicken Dish, Healthy Dinner, Chicken Paprika, Lemon-infused Chicken, Garlic Chicken Breasts, Skillet Chicken Recipe

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- Total Calories: 920

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