Description
This Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken infused with a flavorful marinade of garlic, lemon, honey, and herbs. Perfectly baked to retain moisture, this simple yet delicious dish is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Marinade
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and dried thyme or rosemary until fully combined to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse and tenderize the meat.
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to preheat while the chicken marinates.
- Prepare for Baking: Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray. Arrange the marinated chicken breasts evenly in the dish, ensuring they are not overcrowded for even cooking.
- Bake the Chicken: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C), indicating it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for five minutes. This step allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in moist, tender chicken ready to serve.
Notes
- For more flavor, marinate the chicken breasts overnight in the refrigerator.
- You can substitute dried thyme with rosemary or any other favorite herb.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfectly cooked chicken without overcooking.
- Serve with your choice of side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
- This recipe is easily doubled or tripled to serve larger groups.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: chicken breast recipe, baked chicken, easy chicken dinner, tender chicken, garlic lemon chicken
