Crispy Oven-Baked Paprika Lemon Chicken

Ingredients

- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Prepare the Marinade:
- In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix well to form a marinade.

3. Marinate the Chicken:
- Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring they are well-coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes. For more intense flavor, marinate for up to 2 hours.

4. Prepare the Baking Dish:
- Remove the chicken from the refrigerator. Place the marinated chicken breasts in a single layer in a baking dish. Drizzle any remaining marinade over the top.

5. Bake the Chicken:
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven. Bake the chicken for about 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), and the juices run clear.

6. Rest and Serve:
- Once baked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring juicy and flavorful chicken.

7. Plate & Garnish:
- Slice the chicken and serve with a fresh green salad or your choice of sides. Garnish with additional lemon zest or fresh herbs if desired.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time:
PT10M
10 minutes

- Cooking Time:
PT30M
30 minutes

- Total Time:
PT40M
40 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Chicken recipe
- Oven-baked
- Paprika chicken
- Lemon chicken
- Garlic chicken
- Dinner recipe
- Easy chicken dinner
- Family meal
- Baked chicken
- Crispy chicken

Recipe Yield

- Serves 4 adults

Calories

- Total Calories: 1,200

#OvenBaked #PaprikaChicken #LemonChicken #DinnerRecipe #EasyMealtime