Baked Chicken with Lemon

Baked Chicken with Lemon is a zesty and flavorful low-carb dish that combines tender chicken breasts with bright lemon and aromatic herbs. This easy recipe is perfect for a healthy dinner that’s both satisfying and delicious.

Ingredients

• Chicken breasts - 2 (about 300g each)
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon slices - 4 (for garnish)
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the lemon mixture over them, ensuring they are well coated.
4. Arrange lemon slices on top of the chicken for added flavor.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
6. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
7. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 60 g
• Carbs: 2 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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