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Easy Mediterranean Baked Chicken Breast

Easy Mediterranean Baked Chicken Breast

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  • 40 Min
  • 2 Servings
  • $8

INGREDIENTS

  • Protein

    • 🍗 2 (8 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breasts

  • Seasonings

    • 🧂 Salt
    • 🧂 Freshly ground black pepper
    • 🌿 ½ teaspoon dried oregano
    • 🌿 ¼ teaspoon dried thyme

  • Liquids

    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 🍋 ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

  • Aromatics

    • 🧄 1 clove garlic, minced

STEPS

1

Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on all sides and place in a bowl or lidded container. Combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and thyme in a small bowl and pour marinade over chicken breasts. Marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.

2

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Set one oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.

3

Place chicken breasts into a baking dish and pour marinade on top.

4

Bake chicken on the middle rack of the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 35 to 45 minutes, depending upon thickness.

5

Move baking dish to the top rack and broil chicken until well browned, about 5 minutes.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

501

Calories

  • 47
    Protein
  • 4
    Carbs
  • 33
    Fats

💡 For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for longer—up to 24 hours in the fridge.Pair this dish with a Greek salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.Always check the internal temperature of the chicken; it should reach 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.If you prefer crispier chicken skin, leave the broiling step for a bit longer while keeping an eye to prevent burning.