Lemon Herb Chicken Dish (Printable Version)

Tender chicken marinated in lemon and herbs, roasted for vibrant Mediterranean taste. Quick, flavorful, satisfying.

# Ingredient List:

→ Poultry

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.3 pounds)

→ Marinade

02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
04 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
09 - 1 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

11 - Lemon slices
12 - Extra chopped fresh herbs

# How to Make It:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, parsley, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper until well combined.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over the chicken, turning to coat thoroughly. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
03 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease the surface.
04 - Arrange marinated chicken breasts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Discard remaining marinade. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
05 - Remove chicken from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with lemon slices and a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.
06 - Serve warm, accompanied by preferred sides such as roasted vegetables, rice, or green salad.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bright and zesty Mediterranean flavor that tastes restaurant-worthy
  • Quick to prepare with basic ingredients you probably have at home
  • Balanced light meal perfect for gluten-free and low carb lifestyle
  • Works beautifully for both casual dinners and fuss-free entertaining
02 -
  • High in lean protein and very low in carbs
  • Naturally gluten-free so it fits many diets
  • Freezes well fully cooked for easy meal prep
03 -
  • Always pound breasts to an even thickness so each piece cooks at the same rate and stays juicy
  • Use freshly zested lemon for more aroma dried zest never tastes as bright
  • Let the chicken marinate as long as possible for deeper layers of flavor and tenderness
  • If grilling instead of roasting preheat grill and oil grates well chicken should cook six to seven minutes per side for perfect char without drying out

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