Description
Indulge in the Fresh Effortless & Flavorful Lemon Garlic Chicken, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts marinated in zesty lemon juice and aromatic garlic. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe promises to elevate your culinary experience with minimal effort. Serve it alongside steamed vegetables or grains for a complete, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano until well combined.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag or bowl, pour marinade over it, seal tightly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours).
- Arrange marinated chicken in the baking dish and pour remaining marinade on top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until juices run clear.
- For a golden finish, broil for an additional 3-5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 303
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 586 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 48 g
- Cholesterol: 144 mg