Lemon garlic herb chicken

Chicken breast is a delicious lean protein, but can be tricky to do just right. Overcooked, they can be dry and chewy, but undercooked chicken is a health hazard. Perhaps in an effort to save the hassle of knowing when to say they are perfectly cooked, many recipes call for smothering cubed chicken in sauces or breading and frying thinly cut slices -- both of which would negate any benefits of opting for a lean meat. 

The method reviewed below gives you a juicy tender chicken breast cooked to perfection with little hassle. Light seasoning gives the chicken a chance to shine, making it perfect to eat with your favorite sides. The full recipe and instructions can be found at allrecipes.

Season the chicken breast with dried oregano, salt and pepper. 

In a well-buttered pan, sear the breasts on both sides. No Recipe Required writes that in order to get a good sear, the pan should be very hot. Don't flip or move the breasts for at least 3 minutes on each side, until it is golden brown. 

Once seared, place the breasts into your slow-cooker. Pour over it the skillet remains along with lemon juice, garlic, chicken broth and chicken bouillon which has all been simmered together. Pillbury omits the bouillon and uses lemon zest instead of lemon juice for the broth. 

When done, the chicken is flavorful but not overpowering. Pour the broth over rice for added flavor, or eat it with a side of potatoes and steamed carrots. This simple chicken is so versatile, it can go with anything. Adding parsley at the end enhances the cooked-in flavors. 

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