Chicken with Garlic and Rosemary
A simple yet flavorful chicken dish infused with garlic and rosemary, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Nutrition
Calories: 320cal
Carbohydrate: 2g
Protein: 45g
Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: – -mg
Difficulty Level: easy
15 min Prep
35 min Cook
50 min Total
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 4 cloves)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This allows the oven to reach the perfect cooking temperature as you prepare the chicken.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps to achieve a nice, golden-brown sear when cooking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir them together until well blended.
- Add the chicken breasts to the bowl, ensuring each piece is fully coated with the mixture. Use your hands or tongs to massage the mixture into the chicken for maximum flavor.
- Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts skin-side down. Sear for about 5 minutes until the skin is golden brown. If your chicken breasts are skinless, simply sear one side until nicely browned.
- Flip the chicken breasts over. Arrange lemon slices around and on top of the chicken, then place the skillet in the preheated oven.
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring moist chicken.
- Serve the chicken warm with the roasted lemon slices and a sprinkle of extra rosemary if desired. Feel free to pair with your favorite vegetable side dish for a complete meal.
