Description
Rosemary Garlic Lemon Chicken brings tender, juicy flavors straight from Mediterranean kitchens to your dinner table. Roasted with fragrant herbs and zesty citrus, this simple dish delivers restaurant-quality taste without complicated techniques.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 chicken breasts
Aromatics and Herbs:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 2 lemons, juiced
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Fire up the oven to a precise 400°F and position your rack in the center to ensure even cooking.
- Whisk together 2 tablespoons fresh chopped rosemary, ¼ cup olive oil, juice from 2 whole lemons, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Arrange 4 chicken breasts in a ceramic baking dish, creating enough space between them for heat circulation.
- Pour your aromatic marinade directly over the chicken, ensuring each breast gets thoroughly coated with the herby mixture.
- Let the chicken absorb those zesty flavors at room temperature for exactly 30 minutes, turning once halfway through.
- Slide the baking dish into the hot oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, checking that the internal temperature reaches 165°F using a meat thermometer.
- Pull the dish from the oven and allow the chicken to rest undisturbed for 5 minutes, which helps redistribute the delicious juices.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for maximum flavor by letting it sit in the lemon garlic mixture for up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
- Pat the chicken dry before marinating to help the seasoning stick better and create a more golden-brown crust.
- For a lighter version, swap chicken breasts with skinless chicken thighs, which stay more tender and juicy during baking.
- Add extra herbs like thyme or oregano to customize the flavor profile and make the dish more complex.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 305 kcal
- Sugar: 0.7 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg