Description
Lemon Herb Chicken is a flavorful and juicy dish that combines the brightness of fresh lemon juice with fragrant herbs, creating an irresistible meal that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-follow recipe requires minimal ingredients yet delivers impressive results, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme. Whisk until well mixed.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over chicken to coat thoroughly. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and place in a greased baking dish. Pour leftover marinade over the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Broil for Crispiness: For an extra crispy finish, broil chicken for the last few minutes of cooking.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer chicken to plates and drizzle with remaining sauce from the baking dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg