Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lemon, zest and juice
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear chicken 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in lemon zest, juice, and chicken broth; simmer 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Finish with chopped parsley and adjust seasoning; serve hot.
Notes
- To keep the dish dairy-free, skip butter and use olive oil.
- For extra lemon flavor, add more zest or juice.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or quinoa for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: High-Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (6 oz chicken)
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
