Zesty Lemon Chicken with Garlic and Herbs

Ingredients

• •2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• •3 tbsp olive oil
• •2 lemons, juiced and zested
• •4 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 tsp dried oregano
• •1 tsp dried thyme
• •1/2 tsp salt
• •1/4 tsp black pepper
• •1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• •1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• •1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.

2. 2

   Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.

3. 3

   While the chicken is marinating, preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.

4. 4

   Once heated, add the marinated chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, until cooked through and golden brown.

5. 5

   Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet during the last 2 minutes of cooking, stirring gently to mix with the chicken.

6. 6

   Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes (if using) for added flavor.

7. 7

   Serve immediately, slicing the chicken and tomatoes over a bed of greens or with pita bread.