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Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe

This baked lemon pepper chicken breast recipe is so simple, quick, and easy to make.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Marinate
30 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 223 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Balsamic Lemon Pepper Chicken Marinade (click for recipe)
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted

Instructions

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  1. Prepare your marinade according to linked recipe instructions. Place marinade in a bag and add all four chicken breasts. Place in the fridge to marinate for 30-60 minutes.
  2. When ready to cook, preheat your oven to 450°F.
  3. Remove the marinated chicken from the bag and add in a single layer to a 9x13 baking dish.
  4. Pour the melted butter over the four chicken breasts.
  5. Pour the rest of the marinade from the bag into the dish/over the chicken.
  6. Cook for 15-18 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature reaches at least 165°F).
  7. Remove from the oven and allow to rest in the pan for 10 minutes.

Notes

  • Storage: Store baked lemon pepper chicken in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days, or freeze for 3 months.
  • Be sure to fully preheat the oven for best results.
  • Take a mallet or a meat tenderizer and give the chicken a few wacks. This will level out the meat ao that it cooks evenly, eliminating the risk of some parts cooking faster than others.
  • Arrange lemon pepper chicken in single layer in the baking dish and give them space. More space allows the hot air to circulate on all sides of the chicken so that it roasts up nicely.
  • Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165F. I highly suggest using an instant read meat thermometer to make sure it's fully cooked.
  • Let marinated chicken breast rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories 223kcal (11%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 79mg (26%) Sodium 156mg (7%) Potassium 418mg (12%) Vitamin A 120IU (2%) Vitamin C 1.3mg (1%) Calcium 6mg (1%) Iron 0.4mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 223

% Daily Value*

Calories 223kcal 11%
Protein 24g 48%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 79mg 26%
Sodium 156mg 7%
Potassium 418mg 9%
Vitamin A 120IU 2%
Vitamin C 1.3mg 1%
Calcium 6mg 1%
Iron 0.4mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.