Lemon-Thyme Baked Chicken

Lemon-Thyme Baked Chicken

This Lemon-Thyme Baked Chicken Recipe Will Become Your Weeknight Staple

Baked chicken can be so boring, but two simple ingredients take it to the next level: lemon and thyme. That's one of my favorite flavor combinations ever, and when I need to use up the chicken breasts I have in the fridge, this is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy dinner. I started making this when I officially had to start adulting and cooking for myself, and it's become such a staple that I make it on a regular basis now. It's super versatile, too — serve it with a side of roasted veggies and rice, or cut it up and toss with your favorite pasta.

INGREDIENTS

2 chicken breasts
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
A few sprigs fresh thyme; reserve some for garnish

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
Drizzle an oven-safe dish with 1 tablespoon olive oil, and place the chicken in the dish. Drizzle another tablespoon of olive oil on top, squeeze lemon juice all over, and sprinkle with the leaves of a few sprigs of thyme.
Bake for 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Pour the pan juices over the chicken and let rest for 10 minutes before serving and garnish with leaves of fresh thyme.

INFORMATION

Category Main Dishes Yield 2 servings


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