Roasted Lemon Paprika Chicken with Garlic

Ingredients

- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced

Instructions

1. Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.

2. Marinating the Chicken:
- In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Zest the lemon and add the zest to the garlic mixture. Reserve the lemon juice for later.
- Rub this mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well-coated.

3. Assembling the Dish:
- Place the marinated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
- Squeeze the juice of the zested lemon over the chicken.

4. Roasting:
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven.
- Roast the chicken for 25 to 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reads 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is cooked through, tender, and juicy.

5. Finishing and Serving:
- Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Slice the chicken breasts and serve with pan juices drizzled on top. Enjoy with a side salad or your choice of vegetables.

Total Time

PT40M
40 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Chicken recipe, Roasted chicken, Lemon chicken, Paprika chicken, Garlic chicken, Oven-baked chicken, Poultry recipes, Healthy lunch, Easy chicken dish

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total calories: 960

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