Baked Lemon Chicken: A Juicy Twist on Classic Comfort Food
A delicious recipe for baked lemon chicken that combines the tangy flavor of lemon with tender, juicy chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 lemon, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and pour the marinade over the top.
- Top with lemon slices.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours or overnight.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Baked Lemon Chicken, Comfort Food, Chicken Recipes