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lemon garlic parmesan chicken

Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken: 5 Reasons to Love It

  • Author: [email protected]
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Lemon garlic parmesan chicken is a flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and rich parmesan cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme.
  3. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them.
  4. Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese on top.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the chicken breasts.
  • Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for better flavor.
  • Serve with a side of vegetables or salad.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

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