Herbed Lemon Chicken with Steamed Vegetables

🥘 Ingredients

• 120g skinless chicken breast
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 100g broccoli florets
• 70g carrot, sliced
• 60g zucchini, sliced
• Pinch of black pepper
• Pinch of salt
• Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1
   Pound the chicken breast lightly for even thickness. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, minced garlic, black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
2. 2
   Coat the chicken breast in the marinade and let it rest for at least 10 minutes (up to 1 hour for deeper flavor).
3. 3
   Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through and golden.
4. 4
   While the chicken cooks, bring a pot of water to a boil. Place broccoli, carrot, and zucchini in a steamer basket over the pot. Steam for 5–7 minutes or until vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. 5
   Serve the chicken sliced atop the steamed vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley and an extra squeeze of lemon if desired.

📊 Nutritional Information

• Vitamin C: 72mg (high, from broccoli and lemon)
• Vitamin A: 5300 IU (from carrots and parsley)
• Calcium: 80mg
• Iron: 1.3mg
• Potassium: 670mg
• Dietary Fiber: 5g
• Sodium: 190mg

💡 Cooking Tips

• For extra juiciness, marinate the chicken a bit longer and let it come to room temperature before cooking.
• Don’t overcook the vegetables to keep their nutrients and vibrant color.
• Use a nonstick skillet or grill pan for an easy clean-up.
• Always let chicken rest for a couple of minutes after cooking before slicing to retain moisture.