Lemon Rosemary Chicken – Zesty, Garlicky & Weeknight-Ready
Fresh rosemary, lemon juice, and garlic are the simple ingredients that create this beautiful and delicious Lemon Rosemary Chicken recipe. It’s quick and easy to make with just one casserole dish and 30 minutes.
Servings: 4 People
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- salt and ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons garlic cloves minced
- 5 slices lemon
- 3 fresh rosemary sprigs
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients into a large ziplock bag and seal it. Shake the bag thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated with the mixture.
- Allow to marinate for at least 1 hour, up to a maximum of 8 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F, then transfer the chicken to a large casserole dish when you’re ready to bake.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked. The baking time may vary based on the thickness of your chicken breasts. The chicken is ready when a meat thermometer reads at least 165°F.
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Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice and garlic for the best flavor.
- Get similar-sized chicken breasts so they cook at the same rate.
- Make sure the chicken breasts do not overlap. This will help them cook evenly.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/4 | Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Potassium: 150mg