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Simple Lemon Herb Chicken

SUBMITTED BY: Carolyn Stilwell PHOTO BY: Allrecipes

"This is a simple, quick and delicious dish. All you need are a few spices and, of course, the chicken! The amount of spices are completely up to you. You can add more or less according to your taste. Enjoy!"
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 102 stars. This recipe average a 4.3 star rating.
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  15 Min
READY IN  25 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1 lemon
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pinch dried oregano
  • 2 sprigs fresh parsley, for garnish

DIRECTIONS

  1. Cut lemon in half, and squeeze juice from 1/2 lemon on chicken. Season with salt to taste. Let sit while you heat oil in a small skillet over medium low heat.
  2. When oil is hot, put chicken in skillet. As you saute chicken, add juice from other 1/2 lemon, pepper to taste, and oregano. Saute for 5 to 10 minutes each side, or until juices run clear. Serve with parsley for garnish.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 5, 2005 by Spice It Up
Yum!! I pounnded the chicken to an even thickness (which should be included in the recipe for... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 10, 2003 by Navy_Mommy
This was good, but I didn't find the oregano really added anything to the recipe. I did add a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 15, 2005 by CATFRIEND223
This is a awesome recipe. My family just loved it. I altered the recipe a little bit by... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 30, 2004 by GIGI637
I pounded and marinated my chicken for over 30 minutes, then "jelly-rolled" it with stovetop... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 3, 2006 by CM
This one was a bit plain for my taste. But definite plus is the time it takes up to prepare... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 1, 2003 by CARRIE718
This was really great, simple and quick. I would definitely make this again. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 21, 2003 by JROSE200048
your whole family will love this, serve with your families favorite fresh veggies MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 19, 2007 by Salsera713
This was quite nice. I added minced garlic to the oil prior to adding the chicken and, based... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 14, 2007 by kelly1097
This was good and easy. I used about 1/2 a lemon and added garlic powder, lemon pepper and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 15, 2006 by vam1108
This was an excellent dish... i am a novice cook so it was just so simple to prepare and cook.... MORE