Name: healthy baked honey lemon chicken in 20 minutes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb); 3 tbsp honey; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 garlic cloves minced; 1 tsp dried herbs (thyme or oregano); salt to taste; pepper to taste

Description

This quick and healthy baked honey lemon chicken combines zesty lemon, natural honey sweetness, and tender chicken breasts for a flavorful weeknight meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for busy families seeking a nutritious and satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)

3 tbsp honey

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tbsp olive oil

2 garlic cloves minced

1 tsp dried herbs (thyme or oregano)

salt to taste

pepper to taste

Instructions

1. preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C)

2. in a bowl whisk together honey, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, dried herbs, salt, and pepper

3. place chicken breasts in the bowl and toss to coat evenly

4. arrange the coated chicken in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking dish

5. brush any remaining glaze over the chicken

6. bake for 15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), brushing with glaze halfway through

7. remove from the oven and let rest for 3–5 minutes before serving

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: dinner
Method: baking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
Calories: 250
Sugar: 10
Sodium: 300
Fat: 8
Saturated Fat: 1.5
Unsaturated Fat: 6.5
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 12
Fiber: 0
Protein: 30
Cholesterol: 75

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