Description

This fast baked chicken recipe delivers juicy, flavorful chicken in under 30 minutes using simple pantry ingredients and basic tools. Perfect for busy weeknights, it yields tender chicken that stays moist and pairs well with any side.

Ingredients

Scale

2 chicken breasts or thighs

1–2 tbsp olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 lemon, zest and juice

salt, to taste

pepper, to taste

1–2 tsp mixed dried herbs (rosemary, thyme, oregano)

½ tsp paprika or chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

2. Pound chicken to even thickness and pat dry.

3. Drizzle with olive oil and rub with garlic, lemon zest, salt, pepper and herbs.

4. Let chicken rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.

5. Place chicken on a lined baking sheet with space between pieces.

6. Bake uncovered for 12 minutes, then bake uncovered for another 8-13 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

7. Remove chicken and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

8. Optionally brush with lemon juice or sauce right after baking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: main course
Method: baking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken piece
Calories: 250
Sugar: 1
Sodium: 500
Fat: 10
Saturated Fat: 2
Unsaturated Fat: 6
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 2
Fiber: 0
Protein: 30
Cholesterol: 85

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