Baked Garlic Lemon Pepper Chicken
A delightful dish that combines the zesty brightness of lemon with rich, buttery baked chicken. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup butter, cut into pieces
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in a 13×9 inch baking dish.
- Drizzle the lemon juice evenly over the chicken.
- Combine the lemon pepper, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle this seasoning mix evenly over the chicken.
- Place a tablespoon of butter on top of each chicken breast and scatter the remaining pieces around the dish.
- Slice your lemon and arrange the slices on and around the chicken.
- Bake uncovered for 30-45 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and spices for a couple of hours before baking. Ensure even thickness for uniform cooking. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking for optimal tenderness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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