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Easy Baked Lemon Chicken Recipe

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This Easy Baked Lemon Chicken recipe features juicy boneless skinless chicken breasts cooked in a bright, tangy lemon sauce infused with garlic, honey, and Italian seasoning. The chicken is seared for a flavorful crust then finished in the oven, making it a simple yet elegant dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken and Seasoning

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste (1 teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper recommended)

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • ⅓ cup chicken broth
  • 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Optional Garnish

  • Fresh rosemary sprigs
  • Lemon slices

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Grease a baking sheet or a large casserole dish to prevent sticking and to ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once melted and hot, add the chicken breasts and sear them for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown. This step locks in juices and adds flavor. After browning, transfer the chicken breasts to the greased baking dish.
  3. Make the Lemon Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined. This sauce will infuse the chicken with bright, sweet, and savory flavors.
  4. Bake the Chicken: Pour the prepared lemon sauce evenly over the chicken breasts. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-30 minutes. Adjust baking time depending on the size of your chicken breasts—closer to 20 minutes for smaller pieces, and up to 30 minutes for larger ones. To keep the chicken moist and flavorful, spoon the sauce from the pan over the chicken every 5-10 minutes during baking.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Once the chicken is thoroughly cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C), remove it from the oven. Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and lemon slices if desired. Serve immediately for a bright, delicious meal.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh lemons for the juice to get a bright, natural flavor.
  • Make sure not to overcook the chicken to avoid dryness; use a meat thermometer if possible.
  • To enhance flavor, you can add a splash of white wine to the sauce when whisking the ingredients together.
  • The sauce can be thickened by simmering it briefly on the stovetop after baking if desired.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/easy-baked-lemon-chicken-recipe/