Lemon Herb Baked Chicken
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Lemon Herb Baked Chicken
Description
The Lemon Herb Baked Chicken recipe centers around chicken breasts coated in a lemony herb marinade comprising lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, pepper, and parsley. The chicken is baked in the oven at 400°F, with a cooking time varying from 30 to 40 minutes depending on thickness, checked by reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. The garlic powder and Dijon add mild pungency while the parsley brings a fresh herbal note. The lemon juice brightens the flavor and tenderizes the meat during baking.
After baking, the chicken is rested for 10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, enhancing tenderness and moisture. This method yields chicken that is juicy inside with a lightly herbal and lemon-accented crust from the marinade.
This versatile baked chicken works well served sliced alongside steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes. The residual lemon-herb juices from baking can be spooned on top for added moisture and flavor.
Any excess juices from the baking dish can be stored with the chicken to maintain moistness for leftovers. Ensure chicken is properly covered in storage to preserve texture.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken breast boneless, skinless
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper ground
- 1/4 cup parsley fresh finely chopped or 1 tbsp dried
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F
- Mix oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, pepper, garlic powder and parsley in a small mixing bowl
- Add chicken breast to an oven-safe dish - I used a casserole dish
- Pour lemon-herb mixture over the chicken and toss the chicken to coat
- Place the casserole dish in the oven and bake at 400F for 30-40 minutes depending on the size of the chicken breasts
- After 30 minutes test the temperature of the chicken with an instant-read thermometer - the thickest part of the breast should read at least 165F
- When the chickens' internal temp reads 165F remove the casserole dish from the oven
- Allow the chicken to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Keep leftover chicken with the pan juices to help retain moisture when reheating.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 3Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 429 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 429kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 49g | 98% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 322mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 904mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 495IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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