How to Make Skillet Lemon Chicken Breasts - A Step-by-Step Guide

Skillet Lemon Chicken Breasts are a delightful and flavorful dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a special occasion. This recipe combines the bright and zesty flavors of lemon with savory herbs and tender chicken breasts, creating a mouthwatering meal that is sure to please everyone at the table.

The dish is both simple and elegant, making it a great option for a family meal or entertaining guests. With just a few simple ingredients and a skillet, you can create a deli...

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Ingredients

  • olive oil cooking spray
  • 1 lemon, quartered
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • ¼ teaspoon dried cilantro, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon onion salt, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Spray a large cast iron skillet with cooking spray and heat over low heat.
  • Poke a fork into each chicken breast about 5 times and place in the hot skillet. Squeeze 1 lemon quarter onto each chicken breast, leaving a little juice in each quarter. Sprinkle each breast with some cilantro, onion salt, and pepper; cook until golden brown, about 7 minutes. Flip, poke holes and repeat the seasoning process again. Cook until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    132 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 171mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 22mg
    • Calcium: 30mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 239mg