Lemon Supper Chicken Bake (Print Version)

Tender chicken breasts roasted with lemon slices, herbs, and onions for a comforting weeknight meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 5 ounces each)

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

02 - 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 lemon, thinly sliced
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

→ Pantry & Dairy

06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1/4 cup chicken broth (gluten-free if needed)
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Spices & Seasonings

09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - 1 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a large baking dish with cooking spray or a small amount of oil.
02 - Arrange the sliced onions and half the lemon slices evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating a bed for the chicken.
03 - Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place them on top of the onions and lemon slices in a single layer.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, melted butter, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
05 - Brush or spoon the herb butter mixture evenly over each chicken breast, ensuring full coverage on all sides.
06 - Pour chicken broth into the baking dish around the chicken, not directly over it. Top each breast with the remaining lemon slices.
07 - Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes to steam the chicken with the aromatics.
08 - Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and develops a light golden color.
09 - Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley just before plating.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It transforms basic ingredients into something that tastes like you spent all day cooking
  • The lemon and herbs make your whole kitchen smell incredible while it does all the work itself
02 -
  • The foil step is not optional, it creates steam that keeps the chicken from drying out before it finishes cooking
  • Pouring the broth around instead of over the chicken prevents washing away all that seasoned butter mixture
03 -
  • Let the chicken come to room temperature for 20 minutes before baking so it cooks evenly
  • If your lemons are particularly thick, microwave them for 15 seconds before slicing to soften

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