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Baked Lemon Butter Chicken Recipe

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This Baked Lemon Butter Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken breasts baked in a rich lemon-garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners, this recipe uses simple ingredients but delivers bold flavor. Serve it with rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • Juice of 2 lemons

  • Zest of 1 lemon

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • 1 tsp dried thyme

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.

  3. Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil and place chicken breasts inside.

  4. Pour the lemon butter mixture over the chicken, coating well.

  5. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

  6. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Marinate chicken for 30 minutes before baking for enhanced flavor.

  • Use chicken thighs if preferred, adjusting cooking time as needed.

  • Serve with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables.

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