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Garlic Herb Chicken Recipe

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This Garlic Herb Chicken recipe features tender boneless skinless chicken breasts seasoned with a blend of dried oregano, thyme, paprika, garlic salt, and pepper, then pan-seared to a golden brown. Finished with a flavorful garlic, chicken broth, and lemon juice sauce, this dish is perfect for a quick, delicious weeknight meal served over mashed potatoes.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken and Seasonings

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper

Sauce Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the chicken breasts, 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil, dried oregano, dried thyme, paprika, garlic salt, and pepper. Mix well until each chicken breast is fully coated with the seasonings.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook them for about 7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and develops a golden brown crust. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for approximately 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Let the mixture simmer for 1 to 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  4. Finish Cooking the Chicken: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet with the sauce. Cook them for an additional 5 minutes, flipping halfway through to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce and allow flavors to meld.
  5. Serve: Remove from heat and serve the garlic herb chicken over mashed potatoes or your favorite side dish. Enjoy your flavorful, juicy meal!

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh garlic instead of pre-minced for more vibrant flavor.
  • Make sure not to overcrowd the skillet when cooking chicken breasts to ensure even searing.
  • If chicken breasts are very thick, consider pounding them to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
  • For a vegetarian alternative, replace chicken with firm tofu or portobello mushrooms and adjust cooking time accordingly.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/garlic-herb-chicken-recipe/