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Best Lemon Chicken Recipe

This recipe, originally found on a bag of frozen chicken breasts, is a game-changer! Enjoy juicy, flavorful lemon chicken in under an hour, without thawing! This Weight Watchers Core-friendly recipe is easy enough for a weeknight dinner yet impressive enough for company. The zesty lemon marinade infuses the chicken with bright citrus notes, while the simple ingredients create a burst of flavor. Serve with your favorite sides like brown rice and steamed corn for a complete and satisfying meal the whole family will love. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 41 mins
Calories 259.7 kcal
Protein 55g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Best Lemon Chicken

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Best Lemon Chicken

  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Red Peppers
  • Dijon Mustard
  • Garlic Cloves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

How to Make Best Lemon Chicken

  1. Remove ice glaze from frozen chicken breasts by running under lukewarm water for 1 minute.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a single layer in a shallow dish.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together: 1/4 cup lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional), 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 clove garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Reserve 1/4 cup of the marinade. Pour the remaining marinade over the chicken breasts.
  5. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  6. Preheat grill to medium-high heat or preheat your broiler.
  7. Place chicken on the grill or broiler pan and baste with the reserved marinade.
  8. Grill for 5 minutes.
  9. Baste chicken and grill for an additional 3 minutes, or until golden brown.
  10. Turn chicken, baste, and grill for 6-8 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 170°F (77°C) in the thickest part and juices run clear. For thicker breasts, flip again and broil for an additional 3 minutes per side if needed.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

11g

Carbs

0g

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