Description
A zesty and easy recipe for Baked Lemon Butter Chicken that is flavorful and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the lemon butter mixture over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- For a golden finish, broil the chicken for an additional 2-3 minutes after baking.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the lemon butter mixture for 1-2 hours before baking.
- Substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option or add vegetables like asparagus or broccoli to the baking dish for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: varies
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: varies