Baked Lemon Garlic Chicken

Baked Lemon Garlic Chicken is a zesty and flavorful dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with bright lemon and aromatic garlic, perfect for a healthy late-night meal. This dish is easy to prepare and is sure to satisfy your late-night cravings without the guilt.

Ingredients

• Chicken breasts - 2 (about 250g each)
• Lemon juice - 4 tablespoons
• Garlic cloves - 4, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper, paprika, and lemon zest to create a marinade.
3. Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4. Transfer the marinated chicken breasts to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
5. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
6. Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 2 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 110 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in antioxidants from garlic and lemon, promoting overall health.

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