Sautéed Chicken with Garlic and Lemon-Infused Olive Oil

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Pan-seared in garlic and lemon-infused olive oil, delivering a bright and savory flavor perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs chicken breast, extra virgin 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 2, 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: 12 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp lemon zest to the oil, sauté gently for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on one side until golden and caramelized.
  5. Step 5: Flip the chicken, add 1 tbsp lemon juice, and cook for another 5 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat, sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley on top, and let rest for 3 minutes before serving.

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