Dinner
Lemon Basil Chicken
30min
4 servings
This zesty and aromatic lemon basil chicken is a perfect light and healthy meal for any day of the week. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned with garlic, lemon, and fresh basil, then pan-seared until golden brown and finished in the oven. The result is a flavorful and juicy chicken dish that's low in fat and high in protein.
Nutrition Facts
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Quantity
Fiber
Sugar
1 g
1 g
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Ingredients
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Steps
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Preheat the oven
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the chicken
Pat the boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Prepare the garlic and basil
Mince the garlic cloves and roughly chop the fresh basil leaves.
Prepare the lemon
Zest one lemon and juice both lemons.
Cook the chicken
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
Add the garlic and lemon
Add the minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the skillet. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
Bake the chicken
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Add the basil
Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle the chopped basil over the chicken. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
Serve the lemon basil chicken
Serve the lemon basil chicken hot, with the pan juices spooned over the top.

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