Here's a simple and delicious recipe for baked lemon pepper chicken
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional, for added flavor)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, black pepper, salt, thyme, rosemary, and paprika.
3. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish or on a lined baking sheet.
4. Brush the chicken breasts with the lemon pepper mixture, making sure to coat them evenly on both sides.
5. Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your chicken breasts.
6. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
7. Garnish the baked lemon pepper chicken with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
8. Serve the chicken with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or a salad.
Enjoy your flavorful and juicy baked lemon pepper chicken!
