Lemon Garlic Chicken for one
Once my children grew up and I moved over to the UK I trained as a chef, which was something I always wanted to do. I then worked as a personal chef for many years prior to retiring. I went from cooking silver service dinner parties for 25 people down to cooking for two people again.
And now, after a further transition two years ago, and except for very occasionally, I now cook for mainly for one. I have to say cooking for one has been the most difficult transition. Especially as I am a person who loves food and who loves to cook! Another learning curve!
This recipe I am sharing today is for a delicious moist and well flavored chicken breast which marinades for a time in a delicious tenderizing marinade and then is simply roasted to perfection in a moderate oven. As simple as it is this marinated lemon garlic chicken breast is truly delicious!
- 1 fat clove garlic, peeled and chopped
- 2 TBS fresh lemon juice
- 1 TBS extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp sweet paprika
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breast
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Lemon Garlic Chicken for One
- 1 fat clove garlic, peeled and chopped
- 2 TBS fresh lemon juice
- 1 TBS extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp sweet paprika
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breast
- Whisk the garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt and black pepper together in a bowl.
- Prick the chicken all over with a fork and then add it to the bowl, turning to coat it in the marinade, and pushing it down to cover. Seal with some plastic cling film and place in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350*F/180*C/gas mark 4.
- Line a small baking sheet with some aluminum foil and butter the foil. Remove the chicken from the marinade and place onto the baking sheet. (I like to spoon some of the marinade over top, especially the garlic bits.)
- Roast in the oven for 25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear. (Chicken temperature will read 165*F/74*C)
- Remove from the oven and tent with a piece of foil. Leave to rest for 10 minutes.
- Serve hot with rice or orzo and your favorite vegetable or a salad on the side.
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