Description
A quick and cozy lemon garlic chicken skillet perfect for a simple dinner for two, ready in just 15 minutes with fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 300g)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh spinach
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the chicken and vegetables.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
You can double the ingredients easily to serve four people.
Serve with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread for a heartier meal.
Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
