Description
A delicious and easy recipe for Lemon Garlic Chicken with Peas, perfect for a quick meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken breasts (thick and even)
- 2 cloves garlic (finely minced or garlic paste)
- 1 large lemon (juiced)
- 1 cup frozen peas (rinsed)
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill (optional, for garnish)
- pinch chili flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in lemon juice and bring to a simmer.
- Add peas to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the lemon-garlic sauce.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and chili flakes (if using).
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C for safety.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal preference.
- This dish pairs well with rice or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg