Chicken Breasts with Rosemary
Infuse your dinner table with the rustic elegance of Chicken Breasts with Rosemary, a recipe that combines simplicity with rich, herbaceous flavor. Perfectly seared chicken breasts are nestled in a fragrant butter sauce infused with fresh rosemary, garlic, and a bright splash of lemon juice. This one-skillet recipe takes just 35 minutes from start to finish, making it ideal for busy weeknights or an impressive weekend dinner. The optional addition of chicken broth enhances the sauce, ensuring every bite is succulent and satisfying. Serve this dish with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a comforting yet sophisticated meal. Optimize your cooking repertoire with this easy, flavorful recipe that highlights timeless ingredients and aromatic seasoning.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 whole lemon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cups chicken broth (optional)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves. Zest the lemon and cut it in half, juicing one half and reserving the other for garnish.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Once the oil is hot, place the chicken breasts in the skillet and sear for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and nearly cooked through. Remove the chicken and set it aside on a plate.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Add the fresh rosemary sprigs and cook for another minute, allowing the rosemary to release its aroma into the butter.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and add the lemon juice along with chicken broth (if using). Spoon the butter and rosemary mixture over the chicken breasts and cover the skillet with a lid.
Cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, ensuring the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes. Discard the rosemary sprigs and garnish the chicken with the reserved lemon slices and a sprinkle of lemon zest.
Serve hot with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1632 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.1 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.2 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 634 mg | 211% | |
| Sodium | 3091 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 215.5 g | 431% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 156 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
