Garlic Herb Chicken
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This easy Garlic Herb Chicken is a one of my go to recipes when I want a chicken dish for busy weeknights. If you love easy chicken dinners, this stovetop chicken is full of with savory garlic flavor, simple herbs, and it comes out juicy and tender in about 20 minutes – seriously quick, right?
I love making this when I need something homemade and satisfying really fast.
Whether you serve it with pasta, potatoes, or a simple salad, this versatile chicken recipe is a great one to keep on repeat. Like my One Pan Chicken with Orzo and my Marry Me Chicken pasta, this recipe uses everyday ingredients, comes together in less than 30 minutes, and gives you a flavorful dinner the whole family will love.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Ready in about 20 minutes, perfect for a weeknight meal
- Tender chicken with a savory herb sauce and rich brown bits from the bottom of the pan – so tasty!
- Uses boneless skinless breasts most people already have on hand.
- Simple ingridients and simple steps that work well whether you have been cooking for years or just starting out.
- Great for meal prep.
Ingredients for garlic chicken
- Boneless skinless chicken breasts – You can swap for boneless chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
- Vegetable oil
- Dried oregano
- Dried thyme
- Paprika
- Garlic salt
- Pepper
- Vegetable oil
- Garlic (minced)
- Chicken broth
- Lemon juice
Equipment and Kitchen Tools
- Large bowl
- Heavy Skillet or Cast Iron Skillet – My favorite are Caraway Skillets but they are and investment. This is a great heavy skillet.
- Silicone Spatula or Flipper
How to make herby garlic chicken
Step by Step Instructions Overview. Full details in recipe card.
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- In a large bowl add the chicken breasts, oil and seasonings. Stir until the chicken is fully coated. Add the remaining oil to a large skillet and turn the heat to a medium high.
- Add the chicken and cook for 7 minutes on each side, or until it’s cooked all the way through and a golden brown color. Remove and set aside.
- Add the garlic to the pan and stir and cook for 30 seconds. Add the chicken broth and lemon juice and stir. Let cook for 1—2 minutes. Add chicken back to the pan and let cook for 5 more minutes. Flipping half way through. Serve over some mashed potatoes and enjoy!
Tips for the best results
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels before seasoning to avoid dry chicken and help create a golden brown crust.
- Heat a large cast iron skillet or dutch oven over medium high heat with olive oil or vegetable oil.
- Cook in batches so the pan stays hot and the chicken develops crispy skin–style browning, even without chicken skin.
- Scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pan once the chicken broth and lemon juice go in. Those bits build a flavorful pan sauce.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer. Breast meat should reach 165°.
- Let the chicken rest briefly on a plate so the juices settle and the meat stays tender.
Raquel’s Time Saving Tips ⏰
- Buy thin-sliced chicken breasts to cut down cook time.
- Mix the herb seasoning in advance and keep it in a small jar or use a homemade Italian seasoning mix.
- Use preminced garlic, garlic paste or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder per clove in a pinch.
- Pair with microwave rice, roasted potatoes, or a bagged salad for a fast dinner. Double the batch for meal prep lunches the next day.
Substitutions and variations
- Chicken thighs work well for a richer result but just know that bone-in thighs or chicken thighs with skin will take a little longer.
- Italian seasoning can replace dried oregano and thyme. Garlic powder works in place of fresh garlic cloves if needed.
- Chicken stock or chicken bouillon and water, can swap in for chicken broth.
- Fresh herbs like fresh parsley or fresh tarragon bring a brighter finish.
- For creamy garlic herb chicken, stir in a small amount of herb butter or cream over low heat near the end.
FAQs
Yes. Boneless thighs cook in about the same time. Bone-in thighs need longer cooking time and steady medium heat.
Watch the internal temperature closely and pull the chicken once it hits 165°. Overcooking leads to dry chicken.
A large cast iron skillet gives the best sear, though any heavy skillet or dutch oven works.
The garlic and liquid need about 2–3 minutes to come together, forming a simple herb sauce.
Store cooled chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat gently over low heat to protect the tender chicken.
How to Serve skillet garlic herb chicken
I like to serve this dish with smashed potatoes or Buttered noodles. It also goes well with rice, a salad and garlic bread.
Got extra chicken? Sometimes I buy in bulk, so if you have extra chicken, try this Marry Me Chicken Pasta Jalapeño Popper Quesadillas Buffalo Chicken Chili or this Lemon Chicken Pasta recipe – both are super easy and perfect for weeknights. See my other easy chicken dinner recipes too!
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Garlic Herb Chicken
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoon ovegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large bowl add the chicken breasts, 1 tbsp oil and seasonings. Stir until the chicken is fully coated. Add the remaining oil to a large skillet and turn the heat to a medium high.
- Add the chicken and cook for 7 minutes on each side, or until it’s cooked all the way through and a golden brown color. Remove and set aside.
- Add the garlic to the pan and stir and cook for 30 seconds. Add the chicken broth and lemon juice and stir. Let cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the chicken back to the pan and let cook for 5 more minutes. Flipping half way through. Serve over some mashed potatoes and enjoy!
- Tips and tricks!
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the pan, cook 2 at a time if using a smaller pan.
- Make sure the chicken is cooked all the way through. The internal temp should be 165° F.
- Stir the little bits off the bottom of the pan when you add the chicken broth and lemon.
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Such a great dinner recipe – super easy!
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