Description
A tender and flavorful baked chicken dish, infused with the bright acidity of lemon and enriched with garlic and herbs, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, zest, and chopped herbs. Whisk together to create the marinade.
- Place chicken in a baking dish and pour the marinade over it, coating each piece evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Bake the chicken for 25-30 minutes, or until fully cooked and tender.
- Broil for a few minutes for a golden finish.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving, drizzling with pan sauce.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with firm tofu. Make sure to let the chicken rest before cutting to retain juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: baked chicken, lemon chicken, family recipe, comforting meal, easy recipe