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Two lemon oregano chicken breasts cooked in a skillet.
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Lemon Oregano Chicken

Quick and easy to make with a few simple ingredients, this lemon oregano chicken is perfect for an easy weeknight meal.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating time 30 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 451kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • ½ teaspoon salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon oil for cooking
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  • Mix together the olive oil, oregano, lemon zest and juice.
  • Pour the marinade over the chicken, using your hands to coat. Alternatively you can place everything in a ziplock bag. Let marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Heat the oil and butter on a medium high heat.
  • Add the marinated chicken breasts and cook on each side for 6 to 8 minutes until cooked through.
  • Rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Don't marinate the chicken for more than two hours as the acid in the lemon juice will start to break down the chicken.
  • Let the chicken come up to room temperature before cooking. If you are marinating it for less than 1 hour, you can let it sit at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 451kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 704mg | Potassium: 347mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 302IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2mg