Lemon Garlic Chicken
This simple Lemon Garlic Chicken is an easy protein dish to prepare during the busy work week. Only 3 simple and whole food ingredients needed to make this AIP, paleo, keto & low-carb friendly dish! It goes great on top of a salad or with any vegetable side of choice.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts, roughly two breasts
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- Fresh basil, roughly chopped (optional)
- Sea salt & black pepper, to taste (omit black pepper for AIP version)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with sea salt and black pepper.
- Heat avocado oil in pan over medium-high heat then sear chicken breasts for 1-2 minutes per side.
- Reduce heat then add lemon juice and garlic.
- Cook for 4-6 minutes on medium, turning the chicken breasts over to coat each side in garlic and juices. Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the chicken breast. Use a thermometer to ensure you don't overcook the chicken. Aim for 165F.
- Plate chicken and top with fresh basil. Serve with salad or side of choice.
Notes
- Switch it up from time to time and try different spices like cumin and coriander, dill, oregano, etc. Just sprinkle spices onto chicken breasts before or during cooking.