Bob Evan’s Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe
Description
If you love the delicious flavor of restaurant chicken at home, then you’re going to love this recipe! Not a fan of bland, boring chicken breast? Juicy and tender chicken with tangy lemon and savory garlic makes the perfect flavor combination for quick & easy weeknight meals or special weekend dinners!
Ingredients
- 3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, roughly 1½ pounds
- ¼ cup lemon juice ,
- 4 cloves garlic , minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper ,
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme , or dill
- 1 tbsp butter, optional
Instructions
- Dry the 3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts with paper towels. Add 1 teaspoon salt to taste, 1 teaspoon dried thyme and s½ teaspoon black pepper .
- Combine ¼ cup lemon juice , minced 4 cloves garlic and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a small bowl. Pour over chicken and allow to marinate 10–15 minutes for best flavor.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- Arrange the marinated chicken breasts in a single layer in the basket of the air fryer. Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping over halfway through it cooking time until cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
- Add 1 tbsp butter on the cooked chicken after brushing with the sauce for even more richness.
- Serve steaming hot with your choice of sides, roasted vegetables or rice or a salad. Garnish with lemon slices or fresh herbs, if desired.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 128kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 469mgPotassium: 232mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 83IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 1mg