Best 6 Herbed Lemon Chicken Breasts Ww Friendly Recipes

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**Comforting, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make, these Herbed Lemon Chicken Breasts are a weeknight dinner dream come true. Bursting with fresh herbs, bright lemon, and savory garlic, this dish will quickly become a family favorite. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you'll have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time. And the best part? It's Weight Watchers friendly, so you can indulge without the guilt.**

**In addition to the classic Herbed Lemon Chicken Breasts, this article also includes two exciting variations to keep your taste buds guessing. The Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Breasts add a rich and decadent touch with a luscious garlic butter sauce, while the Lemon Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breasts bring a crispy, cheesy crunch that's sure to impress. All three recipes are incredibly versatile, allowing you to customize them with your favorite herbs, seasonings, and side dishes. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey that's bursting with flavor and perfect for any occasion.**

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON CHICKEN BREASTS



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Tonight, try Ina Garten's surprisingly easy Lemon Chicken Breasts, infused with the flavors of France's Provence region, from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup good olive oil
3 tablespoons minced garlic (9 cloves)
1/3 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest (2 lemons)
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 boneless chicken breasts, skin on (6 to 8 ounces each)
1 lemon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Warm the olive oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, add the garlic, and cook for just 1 minute but don't allow the garlic to turn brown. Off the heat, add the white wine, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, and 1 teaspoon salt and pour into a 9 by 12-inch baking dish.
  • Pat the chicken breasts dry and place them skin side up over the sauce. Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil and sprinkle them liberally with salt and pepper. Cut the lemon in 8 wedges and tuck it among the pieces of chicken.
  • Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, depending on the size of the chicken breasts, until the chicken is done and the skin is lightly browned. If the chicken isn't browned enough, put it under the broiler for 2 minutes. Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and serve hot with the pan juices.

HERBED LEMON CHICKEN BREASTS -- WW FRIENDLY



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This is so good and so easy. I got this off the WW website. It is also easy to halve this recipe, or even quarter it.

Provided by knitaholic

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons mrs. dash lemon pepper
1 tablespoon flour
12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 medium fresh lemon
1 cup low sodium chicken broth

Steps:

  • On a large plate, combine Mrs. Dash seasoning with flour. Pat chicken dry and roll in flour mixture.
  • Heat butter in large skillet; add chicken and brown on both sides, about 3 minutes on each side.
  • Meanwhile, remove zest from lemon, squeeze juice from lemon, and mix zest and juice with broth.
  • Pour over chicken, cover, and cook for 15 minutes. Remove lid and cook for another 5 minutes or until juices run clear. Serve immediately.

HERBED LEMON CHICKEN BREASTS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 16m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 Tbsp. Mrs. Dash® Lemon Pepper Seasoning Blend
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 Tbsp. olive oil
juice of one lemon
2 garlic cloves, slivered
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Low-Sodium Recipe
  • 1. Heat grill or a cast iron grill to medium heat. Spray with cooking spray.
  • 2. Toss chicken breasts with olive oil, Mrs. Dash® Lemon Pepper Seasoning Blend, half of lemon juice and slivered garlic cloves.
  • 3. Grill the chicken on both sides, turning at least three times to cook evenly.
  • 4. Remove to a plate. Cover 3-4 minutes to let juices rest.
  • 5. Squeeze other half of lemon on chicken.

SIMPLE LEMON HERB CHICKEN



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This is a simple, quick and delicious dish. All you need are a few spices and, of course, the chicken! The amount of spices are completely up to you. You can add more or less according to your taste. Enjoy!

Provided by Carolyn Stilwell

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pan-Fried

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 lemon
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pinch dried oregano
2 sprigs fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Cut lemon in half, and squeeze juice from 1/2 lemon on chicken. Season with salt to taste. Let sit while you heat oil in a small skillet over medium low heat.
  • When oil is hot, put chicken in skillet. As you saute chicken, add juice from other 1/2 lemon, pepper to taste, and oregano. Saute for 5 to 10 minutes each side, or until juices run clear. Serve with parsley for garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.9 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 28.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 94.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

SPEEDY LEMON-HERB CHICKEN BREASTS



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Blogger Beth Dooley from Seasonal Appetites shares a favorite recipe. When the family is famished, but dinner's not ready, this speedy lemon chicken will answer the call. It calls for simple ingredients you already have on hand and is ready in minutes.

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Flour for dredging
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 lb)
Olive oil as needed
1/4 cup Progresso™ reduced sodium chicken broth from a 32-oz carton
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Place an inch of flour on a plate and season with salt and pepper. Dredge the chicken breasts in the flour to lightly coat.
  • Heat a 12-inch skillet, heat oil (1/4 inch) over medium-high heat until a pinch of flour sizzles when dropped in.
  • When the oil is hot, add chicken breasts to the pan. Cook until the chicken is nicely brown on the first side, about 5 to 7 minutes, then turn and cook on the second side, about 5 to 7 minutes, lowering the heat a bit if the coating begins to scorch. Cook until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (165°F).
  • When the chicken is done, remove to a plate and tent to keep warm. Add broth, lemon juice and parsley to the pan and cook, stirring until the liquid is reduced by half, about 1 to 2 minutes. Return the chicken breasts to the pan and turn to coat with the sauce.
  • Slice the chicken breast and serve on a bed of rice and or spinach drizzled with a little more sauce.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

WEEKNIGHT LEMON CHICKEN BREASTS WITH HERBS



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Boneless chicken breasts suffer a bad reputation, owing in large part to their propensity to dry out. The solution here is a lovely bath in an ample amount of olive oil, white wine and lemon, which seasons and tenderizes the chicken. Later, the marinade becomes an easy pan sauce once it cooks with the breasts. Use fresh herbs in the summer; in the winter, dried herbs will do the trick.

Provided by Jennifer Steinhauer

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, weeknight, poultry, main course

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 8 ounces each)
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/4 teaspoons ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons
1 lemon, thinly sliced into rounds, seeds discarded
1/4 cup dry white wine
3 garlic cloves, smashed
1 tablespoon dried herbes de Provence, or 3 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs, such as sage, rosemary and thyme

Steps:

  • Season the chicken breasts all over with the salt and pepper. Transfer the chicken to a gallon-size resealable freezer bag. Add 1/2 cup olive oil and the remaining ingredients, press out the air and seal the bag tightly so the chicken is fully submerged. Massage the chicken through the plastic bag to evenly distribute the herbs. Let marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour or up to 8 hours.
  • In a large, deep skillet with a lid, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium. Remove the chicken from the marinade, add to the skillet, then pour the lemons and marinade on top. Cook until the chicken is golden on one side, about 8 minutes. Turn the chicken, cover and cook over medium-low until chicken is cooked through, about 7 minutes. Serve chicken topped with lemons and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 593, UnsaturatedFat 31 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 40 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 51 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 681 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • For a crispy skin, pat the chicken breasts dry before cooking and season them generously with salt and pepper.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed skillet or grill pan to prevent the chicken from sticking.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat so that it cooks evenly through without burning.
  • Baste the chicken with the lemon-herb butter frequently to keep it moist and flavorful.
  • Serve the chicken immediately with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

This herbed lemon chicken breast recipe is a delicious and easy way to cook chicken. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, with a crispy skin and a tangy lemon-herb sauce. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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