Description
Delicious Garlic Herb Chicken is the ultimate comfort food that transforms any dinner into a memorable experience. This easy-to-make dish features succulent chicken breasts marinated in fresh garlic and herbs, resulting in a mouthwatering aroma and flavor that will leave everyone at your table asking for more. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this recipe combines simplicity with impressive presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped herbs, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken in a ziplock bag or shallow dish for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. Sear each chicken breast for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to an oven-safe dish, pour any remaining marinade over it, and bake for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 120mg