Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Yummy Garlic Chicken, a keto-friendly dish that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. This recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts marinated in fresh garlic and herbs, then seared to perfection for a golden crust. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is sure to impress with its delightful aroma and savory taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme or parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Gather and chop the garlic and herbs.
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Coat the chicken thoroughly and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil until shimmering. Sear the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add Herbs: Sprinkle fresh herbs over the chicken, cover with a lid, and cook on low heat for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve: Plate your chicken with veggies or salad; drizzle with extra lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg