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grilled 6 oz chicken breast served with vegetables

Name: Lemon Garlic 6 oz Chicken Breast

Summary: A quick and flavorful lemon garlic chicken breast recipe that delivers tender, juicy meat every time. Perfect for weeknight dinners or high-protein meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 276
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • 1 6 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: chopped parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • Skillet or sauté pan
  • Meat thermometer
  • Knife & cutting board
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Pat the chicken breast dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and oregano.
  3. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Pour over chicken and let marinate for 15–30 minutes.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add chicken and cook for 6–7 minutes on one side. Flip and cook another 6–7 minutes or until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Notes:
Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking.
Double the marinade for extra flavor or if cooking multiple breasts.
Pairs well with roasted vegetables or a quinoa salad.