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Baked Lemon Butter Chicken

Baked Lemon Butter Chicken: A Juicy Twist for Family Dinners

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A deliciously tangy and buttery chicken recipe perfect for family dinners.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat and stir in the lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the lemon butter mixture over them.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the lemon butter mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or over a bed of rice.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 75mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg