Lemon Oregano Chicken

IgAN Friendly & Low Sodium Lemon Oregano Chicken

March 21, 2025
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Experience the bright, vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our Low Sodium Lemon Oregano Chicken. This kidney-healthy dish combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with the fresh zest of lemon and aromatic oregano, creating a delicious meal without the excess salt. Perfect for health-conscious food lovers, this recipe features a carefully crafted marinade of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and premium Greek oregano that infuses the chicken with authentic Mediterranean taste while keeping sodium levels in check. Ready in under an hour, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with your favorite roasted vegetables or a crisp Greek salad for a complete, nutritious meal that doesn't compromise on flavor.
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Prep Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American, Greek
Servings 8 servings
Calories 191 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Freezer Bag
  • Tongs

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1 Lemon, small
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 Garlic Cloves
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Peppercorns
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted butter

Instructions
 

  • Carefully fillet/butterfly the chicken breasts in half. Mince the garlic and set aside. Juice your lemon and set the juice aside. Cut the juiced lemon into wheels.
  • In a large freezer bag or large mixing bowl, combine everything except the butter. Place in the refrigerator and let this sit for about an hour. Set 1 Hour Timer
  • Add 1 tbsp of butter to a large pan and turn to medium-high heat. Using tongs, carefully add 1 piece chicken to the pan to test if it's hot enough [1]. Add 3 more pieces of chicken and a couple lemon wheels and cook 1-2 minutes per side or until nice and brown.
  • Repeat the previous step with the remaining 4 pieces of chicken, and the 1 remaining tbsp of butter.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and let sit for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Set 5 Minute Timer

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5breastCalories: 191kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 24gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 133mgPotassium: 437mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 140IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Low Sodium
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