Description
This paleo lemon chicken recipe is bright, fresh, and full of zesty flavor, made with simple wholesome ingredients for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, oregano, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook until golden on both sides.
- Add minced garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
- Pour in lemon juice and sprinkle in lemon zest.
- Reduce heat and simmer until chicken is cooked through.
- Spoon sauce over the chicken while cooking.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete paleo meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Paleo
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: paleo lemon chicken, healthy chicken recipe, gluten free dinner, easy paleo meal