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baked chicken breast with lemon and herbs

Baked Chicken Breast with Lemon and Herbs – Juicy & Delicious Recipe

Discover my juicy baked chicken breast with lemon and herbs. It’s simple yet mouth-watering! Perfect for dinner tonight, give it a try!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb or 450 g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 lemons, zested and juiced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well-coated.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 5 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg

Keywords: baked chicken breast, lemon chicken, herb chicken