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Jamie Oliver Lemon Chicken Recipe

Jamie Oliver Lemon Chicken recipe
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Jamie Oliver’s lemon chicken is a Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring seared or roasted chicken thighs or breasts infused with lemon zest, garlic, olive oil, and aromatic herbs. It’s cooked to golden perfection and finished with a bright lemony sauce that balances richness with acidity.

Ingredients

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    • 4 boneless, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts

    • Zest and juice of 2 lemons

    • 3 garlic cloves, minced

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil

    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or a few fresh sprigs)

    • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

    • Optional: 1 tablespoon honey (for sweetness)

    • Optional: Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the chicken

  • In a bowl, mix lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.

  • Add the chicken and coat it well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours for more flavor).

Step 2: Preheat your pan or oven

  • If cooking on the stovetop, heat a large skillet over medium heat.

  • If roasting, preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 3: Sear the chicken

  • Remove chicken from marinade (reserve excess marinade).

  • Sear skin-side down in a hot skillet for 4–5 minutes until golden. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes.

Step 4: Finish cooking

  • Stovetop method: Add remaining marinade to the skillet and simmer for 8–10 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce is slightly reduced.

  • Oven method: Transfer the seared chicken to an oven-safe dish, pour marinade over, and roast for 20–25 minutes until fully cooked.

Step 5: Serve and garnish

  • Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with your favorite sides.

Find it online: https://britishbakingrecipes.co.uk/lemon-chicken/