Papa Bear's Baked Italian Lemon Chicken Recipe

A heartwarming recipe passed down from Papa Bear himself! This easy-to-follow recipe creates juicy, flavorful Italian lemon chicken. Tender chicken breasts are marinated in a zesty lemon mixture, then coated in breadcrumbs and baked to golden perfection. A delightful weeknight dinner the whole family will adore.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 340.1 kcal
Protein 63g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Papa Bear's Baked Italian Lemon Chicken

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How to Make Papa Bear's Baked Italian Lemon Chicken

  1. Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound to 1/2-inch thickness.
  2. Place chicken in a glass baking dish and pour 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice over the chicken. Marinate for 10 minutes, turning halfway through.
  3. Sprinkle chicken evenly with 1 teaspoon lemon pepper and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Turn to coat and marinate for an additional 15 minutes.
  4. Place 1 cup breadcrumbs on a plate. Coat each chicken breast in breadcrumbs, ensuring both sides are evenly covered.
  5. Fold each chicken breast in half. Arrange the chicken in a greased glass baking dish.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes, then flip the chicken and bake for another 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Avoid overbaking. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

11g

Carbs

7g

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