Description
Savor the mouthwatering aroma of this easy chicken recipe, perfect for beginners and busy weeknights alike. Juicy, tender chicken breasts marinated in a zesty blend of lemon and garlic are baked to perfection, creating a dish that’s sure to impress. Drizzled with a sweet soy-honey sauce, each bite is bursting with flavor. Whether you’re cooking for friends or family, this recipe guarantees delicious results without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Pour over chicken in the baking dish.
- Allow marination for at least 30 minutes if time permits.
- Bake chicken for 25-30 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- While chicken bakes, whisk together soy sauce and honey to create the sauce.
- Once cooked, drizzle sauce over chicken and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg