Description
A bright and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts marinated in zesty lemon and fragrant herbs, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, and oregano.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Place the marinated chicken in a baking dish and drizzle with any remaining marinade.
- 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).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours or even overnight. Serve with lemon wedges for added zing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 116mg
Keywords: chicken, Greek, lemon, healthy dinner, Mediterranean