One Pan Lemon Chicken
A vibrant and flavorful one pan dish featuring tender chicken breasts marinated in zesty lemon, garlic, and herbs, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 lemons (juiced and zested)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Vegetables (such as asparagus or broccoli, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine the lemon juice, zest, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and coat them well with the marinade.
- Place the chicken in a large baking dish, arranging any optional vegetables around it.
- Pour any remaining marinade over the chicken and vegetables.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Marinating the chicken for a couple of hours or overnight enhances the flavor. You can substitute fresh lemons with bottled lemon juice, though fresh will yield the brightest flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg