Lemon Herb Chicken Skillet

Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 45 mins

Nutrition per serving:

Calories per serving: 320 | Protein: 35g | Carbs: 12g | Fat: 14g | Sugar: 3g

Time Required

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: ~45 minutes

Ingredients

For the chicken

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt & pepper to taste

For the sauce

• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup gluten-free chicken broth
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp gluten-free Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp rosemary
• 2 tbsp capers (optional)

For serving

• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Lemon wedges

Instructions

Season chicken

1. Pat chicken dry.
2. Rub with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Sear chicken

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet.
2. Sear chicken 4-5 mins per side until golden.
3. Remove and set aside.

Make sauce

1. In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 1 min.
2.  Add broth, lemon juice, mustard, honey, thyme, and rosemary.
3. Simmer 3 mins.

Finish cooking

1. Return chicken to skillet.
2. Spoon sauce over it.
3. Cover and cook 10-12 mins until chicken reaches 74°C (165°F).

Garnish

1. Sprinkle with parsley and capers.
2. Serve with lemon wedges and gluten-free rice or roasted veggies.

Savor this zesty, herb-infused chicken skillet—a gluten-free dish that’s juicy, bright, and perfect for weeknights or special occasions!