High Protein Garlic Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this "High Protein Garlic Chicken" recipe, a mouthwatering meal designed to pack flavor and fuel into every bite. Succulent boneless chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a savory garlic-infused lemon broth spiced with oregano and fresh parsley. This protein-packed dish is not just nutritious but irresistibly zesty, with a hint of citrus brightness from fresh lemon zest and juice. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's perfect for busy evenings and pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables, quinoa, or a crisp side salad. Wholesome, flavorful, and easy to make, this garlic chicken recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy, high-protein dinner idea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 large garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Start by preparing the garlic. Peel the garlic cloves, and then mince them finely.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, pour in the olive oil and heat it until it shimmers.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook them for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon.
Stir in the dried oregano, lemon zest, and half of the chopped parsley.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Lower the heat to medium and let them simmer in the sauce for about 10 minutes, occasionally basting the chicken with the sauce.
Sprinkle the remaining parsley over the chicken before serving. Serve hot, with a drizzle of the garlic lemon sauce from the skillet over the chicken.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1488 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 53.3 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3442 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 222.0 g | 444% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2254 mg | 48% | |
*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.
