Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
- 2 lemons (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them.
- Ensure the chicken is well coated and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
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