Best 3 Oven Baked Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipes
Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the Mediterranean with our delectable oven-baked lemon garlic chicken recipe. This dish is a symphony of flavors, where succulent chicken is infused with a vibrant blend of aromatic garlic, zesty lemon, and a touch of fresh herbs. Prepared with tender chicken breasts or thighs, this recipe offers two variations to cater to your preferences. The first variation features a classic marinade, while the second introduces a tantalizing yogurt-based marinade that adds a unique tang and creaminess to the chicken. Both variations promise a juicy, flavorful chicken that will leave you craving more. Accompanying the main course are three additional recipes that elevate the dining experience. Indulge in a refreshing cucumber salad with a zesty dressing, a creamy and flavorful tzatziki sauce, and a fluffy pita bread that perfectly complements the chicken and sauces. Embrace the culinary delights of the Mediterranean with this comprehensive recipe guide that promises an unforgettable feast.
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EASY BAKED LEMON CHICKEN
This is a wonderful and very easy chicken dish. Everything is in one pan so it makes for easy cleanup. Goes great with mashed potatoes or rice.
Provided by SANDI149
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Arrange chicken breasts in a large baking dish. Pour water, olive oil, and lemon juice over chicken; sprinkle with bread crumbs, garlic powder, parsley, and paprika. Season with salt and pepper. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil and cut a few slits in foil to vent.
- Bake chicken breasts in preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (75 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 660.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 129.2 mg, Fat 42.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 50.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 248.9 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
OVEN BAKED, LEMON / GARLIC CHICKEN
This is one of my favorite ways of cooking chicken in the oven, and, it's the only use I have for granulated garlic. I think it's worth while to keep it in my spice cupboard though, because this dish is a winner. The tartness of the lemon, along with the garlic flavor, and just a touch of heat from the blacken, really kick up, what could turn out to be just another baked chicken meal. Just be careful not to use too much blacken, because the flavors will it will take over the dish. Butt Kickin' Blacken contains neither salt nor sugar. If you use a different seasoning blend, you'll probably have to adjust for their high salt content.Butt Kickin' Blacken is available at: http://www.capnrons.com/index.html?ID=RZ For additional Instructional pictures, please visit: http://www.capnrons.com/R_M_Lemon_Garlic_Chicken.html?ID=RZ
Provided by Capn Ron
Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg
Time 1h40m
Yield 12 pieces, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Prepare a sheet pan (jelly roll pan) by covering with aluminum foil, adding a rack, then spraying the rack with cooking spray. Don't forget to do this, or you'll end up with a MAJOR cleaning problem, or you might just end up throwing the pan away.
- 2. Wash the chicken, dry, then place, skin side up, on the rack in the pan. Drizzle the juice of about 1/2 a lemon over the chicken. Dust with the spices, and place in the oven.
- 3. Cook for 45 minutes, then flip the chicken over, drizzle more lemon on top, then spice again.
- 4. Cook another 45 minutes, then flip, drizzle with lemon juice, add garlic and a little more of the blacken.
- 5. Cook for an additional 15 minutes of so, until the skin is mice and crisp. Drizzle with lemon juice one more time as you take it out of the oven.
- 6. Total cooking time will depend on the thickness of the chicken and the temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 776.8, Fat 52, SaturatedFat 14.8, Cholesterol 326.4, Sodium 306.7, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 2.5, Protein 70.5
LEMON AND GARLIC BAKED CHICKEN
Steps:
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Add the chicken pieces to a large resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over the top. Seal the bag, removing as much air as possible, and massage the marinade around the chicken to coat evenly. Refrigerate for at least an hour and up to overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and transfer, skin-side up, to a large cast-iron skillet. Pour half the marinade all over the chicken in the skillet. Sprinkle the chicken with a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Roast until the chicken is deeply browned, the meat is cooked through and the juices run clear, about 40 minutes. (An instant-read thermometer inserted in the thigh, avoiding bone, should read 165 degrees F.) Remove the chicken to a platter and let rest while you make the sauce.
- For the sauce: Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the honey, oregano, garlic, lemon juice and zest and 1/4 cup skimmed drippings from the skillet and bring to simmer. Taste and season with salt and pepper, and if too tangy, add a bit more honey. Pour the sauce over the chicken, then garnish with the pimientos, chopped parsley and lemon wedges and serve.
Tips:
- Use a whole chicken: For the most flavorful chicken, use a whole chicken instead of chicken breasts or thighs. The bones and skin will help the chicken stay moist and flavorful as it cooks.
- Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken in a mixture of lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil will help to infuse it with flavor. You can marinate the chicken for as little as 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Roast the chicken at a high temperature: Roasting the chicken at a high temperature will help to create a crispy skin and juicy meat. Roast the chicken at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Baste the chicken with the pan juices: Basting the chicken with the pan juices will help to keep it moist and flavorful. Baste the chicken every 20 minutes or so during roasting.
- Let the chicken rest before carving: Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and flavorful.
Conclusion:
This oven-baked lemon garlic chicken is a simple and delicious recipe that can be enjoyed by the whole family. The chicken is roasted to perfection, with a crispy skin and juicy meat. The lemon and garlic flavors are perfectly balanced, making this chicken a flavorful and satisfying dish. Serve this chicken with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
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