Herb-Infused Garlic Chicken with Lemon

Name: Herb-Infused Garlic Chicken with Lemon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2, boneless and skinless chicken breasts; 4 cloves, minced garlic; 1, zested and juiced lemon; 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh thyme; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Tender chicken breasts baked with fresh garlic, lemon, and herbs, served with a simple pan sauce that elevates this weeknight favorite to restaurant quality.

Cuisine: American

Category: Chicken

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

2, boneless and skinless chicken breasts
4 cloves, minced garlic
1, zested and juiced lemon
1 tablespoon, chopped fresh thyme
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon sea salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and sear for 3 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer skillet to oven.
Step 3: Scatter 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme over chicken, then squeeze the juice of 1 lemon over the top. Bake for 18-20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 4: Remove skillet from oven, add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, and swirl to melt. Squeeze in the remaining lemon zest and cook for 1 minute until butter emulsifies into a glossy sauce, stirring constantly.