Herb-Garlic Chicken Ring with Lemon Zest

Name: Herb-Garlic Chicken Ring with Lemon Zest
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb Boneless chicken breast; 2 cloves, minced Garlic; 1 tsp, finely chopped Fresh rosemary; 1 tsp, finely chopped Fresh thyme; 2 tbsp Olive oil; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Black pepper; 1 tsp Lemon zest

Boneless chicken breast is pounded thin, rolled into a ring, and seared with fresh herbs and garlic until golden, then finished with a bright lemon zest finish.

Cuisine: American

Category: Chicken

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

1 lb Boneless chicken breast
2 cloves, minced Garlic
1 tsp, finely chopped Fresh rosemary
1 tsp, finely chopped Fresh thyme
2 tbsp Olive oil
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Black pepper
1 tsp Lemon zest

Instructions

Step 1: Place chicken breast between plastic wrap and pound to 1/2-inch thickness. Season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp rosemary, and 1 tsp thyme.
Step 2: Roll chicken tightly from the shorter end into a ring shape, securing with toothpicks. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
Step 3: Sear chicken ring for 2-3 minutes per side until golden, then reduce heat to medium and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove toothpicks, sprinkle with 1 tsp lemon zest, and serve immediately.