Garlic-Parsley Chicken Breasts with Lemon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-10 · Updated 2026-04-10

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Pan-seared with garlic, parsley, and lemon for bright, aromatic flavor. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs, boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
4, minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp, finely chopped fresh parsley
1, juiced and zested lemon
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat chicken breasts dry and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper on both sides.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 3: Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. Add 4 minced garlic cloves to the same skillet, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 lemon juiced, 1 lemon zest, and 1/2 tsp salt. Return chicken to skillet, coating evenly with sauce, and cook for 2 minutes to warm through.