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Zesty Lemon Shallot Chicken

A delicious and easy dish bringing bright flavors to your table with chicken, lemon, and shallots, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs or breasts Choose your preferred cut
  • 3 pieces shallots Chopped
  • 2 pieces lemons Juice and zest needed
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the chicken and sear until browned on both sides.
  4. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add chopped shallots and minced garlic; sauté until soft.
  6. Squeeze lemon juice over the shallots, adding zest and thyme.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer until cooked through.

Notes

To store leftovers, let the chicken cool completely before placing it in an airtight container. It can stay in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the chicken in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before reheating. Use fresh lemons and thyme for the best flavor. You can add a splash of chicken broth for more sauce. Consider using pre-sliced shallots and minced garlic for convenience.