Description
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Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil, for drizzling
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 sprigs Fresh herbs, rosemary, thyme to taste
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- pinch Chili flakes, optional
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Cucumber slices, sliced
- Olive oil, for salad dressing
- Lemon juice, for salad dressing
- Salt, for salad dressing
- Pepper, for salad dressing
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Place a rack in the center of the oven and heat to 400°F.
- Season Chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry, drizzle with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and fresh herbs.
- Sear Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, then sear each chicken breast for 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Roast Chicken: Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and roast chicken for 15–20 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F and juices run clear.
- Rest Chicken: Remove chicken to a clean plate and tent loosely with foil; rest for 5 minutes to redistribute juices.
- Mix Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey, and chili flakes until smooth.
- Apply Glaze: Use a pastry brush to coat warm chicken slices with the glaze, letting the flavors soak in for 1–2 minutes before plating.
- Toss Salad: Combine mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices in a bowl; drizzle with olive oil, a squeeze of lemon, salt, and pepper.
Notes
- Prep all ingredients beforehand for a smoother cooking experience.
- Consider serving with warm pita or crusty bread.
- Store leftovers separately to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg