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Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast Recipe You’ll Love

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 350
This melt-in-your-mouth chicken breast recipe is a flavorful and easy dish that will impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 pieces chicken fillets (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 teaspoons mixed herbs (such as thyme, rosemary, or oregano)
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Instructions 

  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
  • Marinate chicken in olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, herbs, salt, and pepper for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Sear chicken in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes on each side.
  • Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  • Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving, then slice and drizzle with pan juices.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate longer if time allows.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $10.00
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken