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Lemon Thyme Chicken

Lemon Thyme Chicken prepared dish

Lemon thyme chicken is a delightful dish that combines the bright flavors of lemon and fresh thyme with tender chicken. This recipe results in a juicy and aromatic meal that is perfect for any occasion. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete dinner experience!

This recipe is american style, dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 15 min prep and 30 min cook.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 30 min · Total: 45 min · Serves: 4

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include lemon juice, chicken breasts, fresh thyme, salt.
  • Follow all 6 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
  • 1 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, chopped thyme, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and coat them well with the marinade.
  4. Place the marinated chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour any remaining marinade over the top.
  5. 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).
  6. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Carbohydrates: 2 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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