Ingredients for Lemon Basil Chicken
- Vegetable Oil
- Bulb Of Garlic
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Chicken Breast
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 large lemon, thinly sliced (reserve end pieces for juicing)
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How to Make Lemon Basil Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-5 minutes, until softened.
- Season chicken strips with salt and pepper.
- Add chopped basil and black pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Juice the reserved lemon end pieces into the onion mixture.
- Add the chicken strips to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Top the chicken with lemon slices during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
3 g
Sugar
4g
Fat
19g
Carbs
1g