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Skillet Lemon Chicken with Herbs

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Chicken breasts are quickly seared in a skillet then roasted with plenty of lemon and garlic to make a bright and flavourful dish. Be sure to spoon some of the delicious pan juices over the chicken when serving.

skillet-lemon-chicken-with-herbs

Skillet Lemon Chicken with Herbs

Chicken breasts are quickly seared in a skillet then roasted with plenty of lemon and garlic to make a bright and flavourful dish. Be sure to spoon some of the delicious pan juices over the chicken when serving.
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Course: Main Course
Preparation: Quick & Easy
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Canola Eat Well

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp canola oil
  • 4 (8 oz / 250 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted or sodium-reduced chicken stock
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh thyme leaves, or 1 tsp (5 mL) dried
  • optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley or basil
Imperial – Metric

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C), with rack placed in the centre of the oven.
  • Place the chicken on a cutting board. Sprinkle with half of the flour and black pepper.
  • Warm a 10-inch (25 cm) cast iron skillet (or any ovenproof skillet) over medium-high heat. Add the canola oil to the skillet. When it is hot, add the chicken, flour-side down. Sprinkle the top of the chicken with remaining flour and black pepper. Cook the chicken on each side for about 3 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes until lightly browned. Stir in the chicken stock, lemon juice, lemon zest and thyme. Remove from the heat and transfer the skillet to the oven.
  • Roast for 15-20 minutes, until a meat thermometer registers 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the breast. Remove from the oven and top with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve the lemon chicken with steamed brown rice, wild rice, quinoa or barley and steamed vegetables or a green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Skillet Lemon Chicken with Herbs
Serving Size
 
250 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
290
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Cholesterol
 
125
mg
42
%
Sodium
 
125
mg
5
%
Potassium
 
407
mg
12
%
Carbohydrates
 
3
g
1
%
Fiber
 
0
g
0
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
46
g
92
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Dorothy Long

Dorothy Long is a home economist with a passion for telling the stories of Canadian farmers and foods. Owner of BlueSkyIdeas.ca, she works to promote all the wonderful foods grown and raised in Canada.

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