Easy Lemon Garlic Chicken

This juicy lemon garlic chicken is a quick dinner perfect for any weeknight. Marinated in lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, then pan-seared or grilled to perfection.

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
2. Add chicken breasts and marinate for 30 minutes (or overnight).
3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Serve hot with rice or salad.

Tips

• For extra flavor, marinate overnight.
• Great with roasted vegetables or pita bread.

FAQs

Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes, boneless thighs work well and stay juicy.

Can I bake instead of pan-fry?
Yes, bake at 200°C for 20–25 minutes.

Easy Lemon Garlic Chicken - Norah Recipes

Juicy chicken marinated in lemon and garlic.

Type: Main course

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keywords: lemon chicken, garlic chicken, quick dinner,

Recipe Yield: 2

Calories: 350

Preparation Time: PT0H10M

Cooking Time: PT0H15M

Total Time: PT0H25M

Recipe Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Recipe Instructions: 1. In a bowl, mix lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. 2. Add chicken breasts and marinate for 30 minutes (or overnight). 3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. 4. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. 5. Serve hot with rice or salad.

Editor's Rating:
4.8