Description
Baked Lemon Chicken: Juicy chicken, zesty lemon, garlic. Easy, quick, comforting meal. Perfect for busy nights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (about 2 pounds or 900g), boneless and skinless
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 lemons (1 sliced, 1 juiced, plus zest)
- 2 teaspoons (10g) kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon (5g) freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon (3g) fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 tablespoon (3g) fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon (2g) dried oregano
- ¼ cup (60ml) chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons (30g) butter, cut into small pieces
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, and oregano. Mix well to create your marinade. Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and turn them several times to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
- Step 2: When ready to cook, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Take the chicken out of the refrigerator about 20-30 minutes before baking to allow it to come to room temperature. This helps the Baked Lemon Chicken cook more evenly.
- Step 3: Transfer the chicken and all the marinade to a baking dish. Arrange the lemon slices between and around the chicken pieces. Pour the chicken broth into the dish (not directly on the chicken to preserve the herbs on top). Dot the chicken with small pieces of butter.
- Step 4: Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the top is beginning to turn golden. If you’d like more color, you can turn on the broiler for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Step 5: Remove from the oven and let the Baked Lemon Chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, ensuring every bite is moist and flavorful. Spoon some of the pan juices over the chicken and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.