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Baked Garlic Chicken Breast

A flavorful and juicy baked chicken breast infused with garlic and herbs, perfect for a healthy dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Marinade
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together garlic, oregano, thyme, olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon juice to create the marinade.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated.
  4. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Baking
  1. Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  3. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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