Baked Lemon Chicken

I love meals that bring bright flavors to the table without overwhelming the simplicity of good ingredients. This baked lemon chicken is a go-to in my kitchen.

It’s easy to prepare, incredibly flavorful, and perfect for everything from a weeknight dinner to a small gathering.

The best part? The lemony sauce pairs beautifully with just about any side dish.

Baked Lemon Chicken

This baked lemon chicken is juicy, tender, and infused with fresh lemon and herb flavors. It’s a versatile dish that’s easy to prepare yet elegant enough to impress.

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Prep Time 25 mins Cook Time 25 mins Total Time 50 mins Cooking Temp: 350  °F Servings: 4

Ingredients

Servings

• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon pepper

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (1-1/2 pounds)

• 2 tablespoons canola oil

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 1 cup chicken broth

• 3 tablespoons lemon juice

• 2 teaspoons dried basil

• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon dried thyme

• 4 lemon slices

• 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

• Hot cooked rice (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a shallow bowl, mix flour and pepper. Dredge the chicken in the mixture, shaking off excess. Save the remaining flour mixture.
3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the chicken on both sides. Transfer to an ungreased 9-inch square baking dish.
4. In a saucepan, sauté the onion in butter until softened.
5. Add the reserved flour mixture to the onion, stirring to create a paste.
6. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, lemon juice, basil, and thyme. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and cook for 2 minutes until thickened.
7. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the baking dish. Top each chicken breast with a lemon slice and sprinkle with parsley.
8. Cover the dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the juices run clear.
9. Serve over hot cooked rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 312kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14g22%

Saturated Fat 4g20%

Cholesterol 103mg35%

Sodium 353mg15%

Total Carbohydrate 8g3%

Protein 42g84%

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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For optimal flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and garnish with extra parsley before serving.

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