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Summer Fresh Lemon Garlic Chicken

This easy lemon garlic chicken is a bright and simple dinner that everyone in the family will love.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 17, 2026
Summer Fresh Lemon Garlic Chicken
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
15 minutes
Total
25 minutes
Serves
4

When the summer heat rolls in, I always reach for recipes that keep me out of the kitchen for too long. This lemon garlic chicken has become a staple in my house because it relies on fresh ingredients and takes very little effort to pull together on a busy weeknight.

You can serve this over a bed of fresh greens or with your favorite summer vegetables. If you want extra flavor, let the chicken sit in the marinade for at least thirty minutes before you start cooking.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, and dried oregano.

  3. 3

    Place the chicken in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, turning to coat evenly.

  4. 4

    Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

  5. 5

    Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about six to seven minutes per side until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

  6. 6

    Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for five minutes before slicing.

  7. 7

    Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. This chicken tastes great cold on top of a summer salad the next day for lunch.

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