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Lemon Rosemary Chicken

Demetra Overton Sweet Savant
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings 4 -6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds of boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1-2 tablespoons of canola or grapeseed oil
  • 1-2 cloves of garlic
  • 2 lemons
  • 3 sprigs of rosemary each about 2-3 inches long

Instructions
 

  • Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper and garlic
  • Heat a 12 inch skillet with the oil
  • When the oil is hot sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side deepending on how thick the thighs are
  • While the chicken is cooking squeeze the juice of one lemon over the chicken
  • Smash the garlic cloves and chop them
  • Add the rosemary stems and smashed garlic to the pan
  • Cook the chicken until it is browned and cooked through
  • Taste for seasoning and add more lemon and salt if necessary
  • Garnish with lemon slices