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Lemon Chicken

This lemon chicken is a warm, comforting dish made with garlic, honey, and fresh lemon—quietly flavorful and perfect for weeknight dinners or slow weekends.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth (optional)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • skillet for searing and simmering

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and oregano.
  2. Sear chicken in olive oil 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add garlic to pan, cook 30 seconds. Stir in lemon juice, zest, honey, and broth. Scrape up browned bits.
  4. Return chicken to skillet. Cover and simmer 10–15 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Uncover, finish with more lemon zest and juice. Rest before serving.

Notes

Serve with rice, potatoes, or salad. Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Freezes well up to 3 months.