Easy 5 Star Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this "Easy 5 Star Chicken," a quick, flavor-packed recipe that’s ready in just 30 minutes! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of paprika, oregano, thyme, and garlic, these juicy chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection before being simmered in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce. The recipe uses simple ingredients like olive oil and chicken broth to create a rich, aromatic skillet sauce that’s ideal for drizzling over the tender chicken. With minimal prep and easy cleanup, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for busy families or casual dinner parties. Serve alongside roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad for a complete meal. Don’t forget the optional sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and extra flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Deglaze the pan by adding the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cover with a lid.
Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Optional: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.6 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2647 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 309 mg | 7% | |
*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.
