Description
A succulent chicken dish marinated in a zesty lemon-basil sauce, perfect for summer dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 lemons (juiced and zested)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Marinate the Magic: In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, basil, salt, and pepper. Toss in the chicken breasts and let them soak for at least 20 minutes.
- Sizzle Time: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and then lay the marinated chicken breasts in.
- Cook it Up: Sear the chicken on each side for about 6-7 minutes until golden.
- Finish Strong: Add the remaining marinade to the pan once the chicken is cooked through. Let it bubble for a minute, then sprinkle with more fresh basil.
- Serve and Enjoy: Plate it up and prepare for compliments!
Notes
For best flavor, don’t rush the marinating step. Letting the chicken rest after cooking helps retain juiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken recipe, lemon chicken, basil chicken, summer dish, quick dinner