Description

This quick and healthy baked chicken recipe features zesty lemon and aromatic herbs for a tender, flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. It combines simple ingredients and minimal prep for a nutritious dinner that’s ready in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 lb)

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 large lemon, juice and zest

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

optional pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. pound chicken breasts to even thickness and place in a bowl or resealable bag

2. whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper

3. pour marinade over chicken and marinate at least 20 minutes

4. preheat oven to 400 °f

5. optional sear chicken in a skillet 2–3 minutes per side for golden crust

6. transfer chicken to a baking sheet and bake 18–22 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165 °f

7. let chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing

8. garnish with extra lemon zest or chopped herbs and serve

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: dinner
Method: baked
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
Calories: 310
Sugar: 1
Sodium: 500
Fat: 15
Saturated Fat: 2
Unsaturated Fat: 12
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 5
Fiber: 1
Protein: 32
Cholesterol: 85

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