Add Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Marinated Chicken
Optional Garnish / Serving
Method
Marinated Chicken
- 1
Prepare garlic and marinade
Mince the garlic cloves finely. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until combined.
- 2
Pound and trim (optional)
If chicken breasts are uneven in thickness, place each between two pieces of plastic wrap and gently pound with the flat side of a meat mallet or rolling pin to an even thickness (about 1/2 inch). Trim any excess fat.
- 3
Marinate
Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours for best flavor.
- 4
Cook (pan-sear)
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbs olive oil (not listed separately — use from marinade amount as needed). When hot, add the chicken breasts, smooth side down. Cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook 4-6 minutes more until internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F). Remove and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
- 5
Optional Garnish / Serving
- 6
Slice the rested chicken against the grain. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges. Squeeze lemon over chicken to taste.