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Crispy Lemon Herb Baked Chicken Breasts

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A quick and easy baked chicken recipe featuring a crispy golden crust and a fresh lemon herb glaze, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–8 ounces each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Juice of 2 medium lemons (about ¼ cup / 60 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. If uneven thickness, gently pound to about ¾ inch (2 cm) thickness.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, and paprika. Toss chicken breasts in the mixture until well coated. Let rest 10-15 minutes if time allows.
  4. Arrange chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet with space between each piece.
  5. Bake for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway through. For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
  6. While chicken bakes, prepare the glaze by whisking together lemon juice, honey, parsley, rosemary, minced garlic, and melted butter in a small bowl.
  7. Remove chicken from oven and immediately brush the lemon herb glaze generously over each breast.
  8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. Flip chicken halfway through baking for even browning. Let chicken rest after baking to lock in juices. Broil at the end for extra crisp but watch carefully to prevent burning.

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