Lemon Supper Chicken Bake (Printable Version)
Tender chicken breasts baked with lemon, garlic, and herbs in a simple, flavorful dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 5 ounces each)
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 1 medium onion thinly sliced
03 - 2 cloves garlic minced
04 - 1 lemon thinly sliced
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
→ Pantry & Dairy
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1/4 cup chicken broth (gluten-free if needed)
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
→ Spices & Seasonings
09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - 1 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a large baking dish with cooking spray or oil.
02 - Arrange sliced onions and half the lemon slices evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
03 - Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and arrange on top of the onion and lemon bed.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, melted butter, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
05 - Brush or spoon the herb butter mixture evenly over all chicken breasts, ensuring full coverage.
06 - Pour chicken broth around the sides of the baking dish, avoiding direct pouring over the chicken. Top each breast with remaining lemon slices.
07 - Cover dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 25 minutes.
08 - Remove foil and continue baking for 15 additional minutes until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and develops light golden color.
09 - Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The lemon and herbs create this bright, comforting aroma that fills your whole house while it bakes
- Its practically foolproof even on hectic weeknights when you need something satisfying but simple
02 -
- Rushing the rest period will make all those juices run out onto the cutting board instead of staying in the chicken where they belong
- The steam from the covered portion of baking is what transforms this from ordinary chicken into something remarkably tender
03 -
- If the lemon slices start browning too quickly, tent just that area with a small piece of foil
- Patting the chicken completely dry before seasoning helps it develop better color