Easy 5 Star Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this "Easy 5 Star Chicken," a quick, flavor-packed recipe that’s ready in just 30 minutes! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of paprika, oregano, thyme, and garlic, these juicy chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection before being simmered in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce. The recipe uses simple ingredients like olive oil and chicken broth to create a rich, aromatic skillet sauce that’s ideal for drizzling over the tender chicken. With minimal prep and easy cleanup, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for busy families or casual dinner parties. Serve alongside roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad for a complete meal. Don’t forget the optional sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and extra flair!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Deglaze the pan by adding the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

Step 8

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cover with a lid.

Step 9

Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Step 10

Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Optional: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	190.4 grams (190.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	294

Total Fat 28.60g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.40g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2647mg	115%
Total Carbohydrate 8.10g	3%
Dietary Fiber 2.30g	8%
Total Sugars 1.00g
Protein 3.10g	6%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 72mg	6%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 309mg	7%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.2%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 10.7%