Aimee's Quick Chicken Breasts
Ready in just 25 minutes, Aimee's Quick Chicken Breasts is the ultimate weeknight dinner, combining bold flavors with effortless preparation. This recipe features juicy, perfectly seasoned boneless chicken breasts, rubbed with a fragrant blend of garlic powder, paprika, oregano, and black pepper. Cooked to golden perfection in olive oil, they’re finished with a zesty splash of lemon juice and optional chicken broth for a light, flavorful pan sauce. With minimal prep time and a simple stovetop cooking method, it’s a reliable go-to for busy evenings. Serve these tender, savory chicken breasts alongside your favorite sides, and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Perfect for lovers of quick, easy, and delicious chicken recipes!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 cup chicken broth (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make a spice blend.
Step 3
Rub the spice blend evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Step 4
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 5
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the outside is golden brown.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to low and drizzle the lemon juice over the chicken. If desired, add chicken broth to the skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes to create a light sauce.
Step 7
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 8
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm with your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (828.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1432.7 |
| Total Fat 53.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3095.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 7.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.2g | |
| Protein 217.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 110.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1929.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories