Lemon And Thyme Quick Roasted Chicken Breasts Recipe

Juicy, flavorful chicken breasts ready in under 30 minutes! This easy recipe combines the bright zest of lemon with the fragrant aroma of thyme for a delicious weeknight meal. Perfect for busy cooks who crave restaurant-quality results without the fuss.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 21 mins
Calories 160.9 kcal
Protein 54g
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Ingredients for Lemon And Thyme Quick Roasted Chicken Breasts

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How to Make Lemon And Thyme Quick Roasted Chicken Breasts

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a shallow baking dish, whisk together 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Add 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total) to the baking dish and toss to coat in the oil mixture.
  4. Sprinkle half of 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves over the chicken.
  5. Arrange 4-6 lemon slices around the chicken breasts.
  6. Bake for 8 minutes.
  7. Flip the chicken breasts. Place one lemon slice on top of each chicken breast and sprinkle with the remaining thyme leaves.
  8. Bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

4g

Carbs

0g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemon And Thyme Quick Roasted Chicken Breasts?

Lemon And Thyme Quick Roasted Chicken Breasts takes about 26 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 21 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemon And Thyme Quick Roasted Chicken Breasts?

Lemon And Thyme Quick Roasted Chicken Breasts has approximately 160.9 calories per serving, with about 54 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon And Thyme Quick Roasted Chicken Breasts?

The key ingredients for Lemon And Thyme Quick Roasted Chicken Breasts are Olive Oil, Garlic Clove, Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Lemons, Salt, Ground Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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