One-Pot Italian Lemon Chicken Recipe 🍋🍗
This One-Pot Italian Lemon Chicken is all you need for a super easy, delicious dinner! Imagine juicy chicken thighs soaked in a tangy lemon-garlic sauce with herbs—yum, right? Plus, it’s all made in one pot, which means fewer dishes and less mess. And guess what? It’s even healthy! With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this flavorful dish that’s low in calories and packed with protein. So, let’s dive into this tasty Italian-inspired recipe!
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 4 Chicken Thighs skinless, bone-in
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 4 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 cup Chicken Broth
- 1/4 cup Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian Herbs
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional, for a spicy kick
- Fresh Parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Instructions:
- 1. Season the Chicken:
- Pat the Chicken Thighs dry and sprinkle them with Salt, Pepper, and Dried Italian Herbs. This simple step helps add a burst of flavor right from the start!
- 2. Sear the Chicken:
- In a large pot, heat Olive Oil over medium heat. Add the Chicken Thighs and cook for about 3 minutes on each side until they’re golden brown. Don’t worry if they’re not fully cooked—more magic happens soon!
- 3. Make the Lemon Sauce:
- In the same pot, toss in the minced Garlic. Stir it for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Next, pour in the Chicken Broth, freshly squeezed Lemon Juice, and a pinch of Red Pepper Flakes. Give it a good stir, letting all those flavors blend.
- 4. Simmer to Perfection:
- Return the Chicken Thighs to the pot, cover it up, and let it simmer on low for about 15 minutes. This allows the chicken to absorb all the goodness from the lemon-garlic sauce. If you want extra tenderness, add a bit more Chicken Broth.
- 5. Finish with Freshness:
- Remove the lid, check if the chicken is fully cooked (the internal temperature should be at least 165°F), and then sprinkle with fresh Parsley. It adds a lovely pop of color!
