Ingredients
– 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 3 to 4 breasts)
– ¼ teaspoon sea salt
– ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
– Juice of 1.5 lemons plus 5 lemon slices
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 1 tablespoon minced garlic
– ⅓ cup chicken broth (80 ml)
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
1-Season the chicken breasts on both sides with ¼ teaspoon sea salt and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper.
2-In a small bowl, combine the juice of 1.5 lemons, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, ⅓ cup chicken broth (80 ml), 1 teaspoon paprika, and 3 sprigs fresh rosemary.
3-Pour this marinade over the chicken and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
4-Heat a non-stick skillet with 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat.
5-Sear the chicken for 2 minutes on one side without adding the marinade.
6-Flip the chicken, then add the remaining marinade and 5 lemon slices to the skillet.
7-Cook for about 4 more minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
8-Remove from the skillet and serve with sides such as rice or roasted vegetables.
Last Step:
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🌡️ Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to safe temperature and remains juicy.
⏳ Marinate for at least 30 minutes or longer for more intense flavor.
🌿 Substitute dried rosemary for fresh at one-third the amount if needed.
🍊 Experiment by replacing lemon with other citrus fruits like lime or orange.
🥡 Store leftovers properly in airtight containers and reheat gently to maintain moisture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Marinating time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 279
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 418 mg
- Fat: 8 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1 gram
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0.02 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 37 grams
- Cholesterol: 109 mg