Simple Lemon Herb Chicken Recipe
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Simple Lemon Herb Chicken

By: Carolyn Stilwell 
"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!"

Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 2 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 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.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 212 | Total Fat: 8.6g | Cholesterol: 68mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 5, 2005 by Spice It Up   view full review
Yum!! I pounnded the chicken to an even thickness (which should be included in the recipe for...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on May 15, 2005 by CATFRIEND223   view full review
This is a awesome recipe. My family just loved it. I altered the recipe a little bit by...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 10, 2003 by Navy_Mommy   view full review
This was good, but I didn't find the oregano really added anything to the recipe. I did add a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 30, 2004 by Gina Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I pounded and marinated my chicken for over 30 minutes, then "jelly-rolled" it with stovetop...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 19, 2007 by Salsera713   view full review
This was quite nice. I added minced garlic to the oil prior to adding the chicken and, based...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 14, 2007 by kelly1097   view full review
This was good and easy. I used about 1/2 a lemon and added garlic powder, lemon pepper and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 3, 2006 by CM   view full review
This one was a bit plain for my taste. But definite plus is the time it takes up to prepare...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 22, 2010 by naples34102 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Simple but elegant, delicious and easy. Versatile too, in that if oregano doesn't appeal to...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 14, 2006 by SULLIVANBZ   view full review
Loved this recipe for its simplicity and flavor. Not overwhelming, but pure and subtle. In...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 1, 2003 by CARRIE718   view full review
This was really great, simple and quick. I would definitely make this again.

 

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