Healthy Baked Lemon Chicken Recipe A Light and Nutritious Meal Option
This healthy baked lemon chicken recipe offers a delicious and nutritious meal option, perfect for a balanced diet. The combination of lemon and herbs enhances the flavor while keeping the dish light and refreshing.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the lemon herb mixture over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra lemon slices and fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For a more intense lemon flavor, marinate the chicken in the lemon herb mixture for at least 30 minutes before baking.