Baked Lemon Herb Chicken
A simple yet delightful dish featuring juicy chicken breasts infused with the bright flavors of lemon and herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley or thyme) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish, ensuring they are arranged evenly.
- Pour the lemon herb mixture over the top of the chicken breasts.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Pair with quinoa, a salad, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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