Easy Baked Lemon Chicken Dinner Recipe
This Easy Baked Lemon Chicken Dinner Recipe is perfect for busy nights. It uses simple ingredients and easy steps. The chicken bakes soft, juicy and full of lemon flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large lemon juiced
- 1 lemon sliced
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. This helps the chicken cook evenly and stay juicy inside.
Prepare the Chicken
- Wash the chicken gently. Pat it dry using paper towels. This helps spices stick better.
Make the Marinade
- Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, honey, salt, pepper, oregano and paprika in a bowl.
Coat the Chicken
- Place chicken in the baking dish. Pour the lemon mixture evenly over each piece.
Add Lemon Slices
- Place fresh lemon slices on top of chicken. This adds more fresh flavor while baking.
Cover and Bake
- Cover the dish with foil. Bake for twenty minutes to keep moisture inside.
Uncover and Finish
- Remove foil. Bake for fifteen more minutes until chicken turns golden and tender.
Check Doneness
- Cut one piece slightly. Chicken should be white inside with clear juices.
Rest Before Serving
- Let chicken rest five minutes. This keeps juices locked inside the meat.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon for best taste.
- Do not skip resting time after baking.
- Pound chicken slightly for even cooking.
- Add herbs like thyme for extra flavor.
- Use a glass baking dish for even heat.