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Melt in Your Mouth Chicken Breast Recipe That Amazes You Recipe

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  • Author: Lana
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Description

This Melt in Your Mouth Chicken Breast recipe is a simple yet flavorful baked chicken dish that uses a blend of herbs, spices, and lemon juice to create juicy, tender chicken breasts with a delightful aroma. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep, the oven-baked method ensures even cooking and a succulent texture that will amaze you with every bite.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 chicken breasts

Marinade

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the proper temperature for even baking of the chicken breasts.
  2. Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, dried thyme, and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly to create a flavorful marinade.
  3. Coat Chicken: Coat the chicken breasts evenly with the marinade, ensuring each piece is well covered to absorb all the flavors.
  4. Arrange for Baking: Place the coated chicken breasts in a baking dish, spacing them evenly to allow for uniform cooking.
  5. Bake Chicken: Bake the chicken breasts in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until they are fully cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Rest Chicken: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. This helps retain the juices and keeps the chicken tender.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh garlic and fresh lemon juice to enhance flavor.
  • You can marinate the chicken for up to 2 hours beforehand for deeper flavor absorption.
  • Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is safely cooked to 165°F (74°C).
  • Letting the chicken rest before slicing helps keep it juicy and tender.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: chicken breast recipe, baked chicken, easy chicken dinner, juicy chicken breast, oven baked chicken, quick chicken recipe

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