LEMON MARINATED CHICKEN

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Chicken breasts are marinated in a tangy, zesty lemon sauce in this delicious recipe.

Provided by RFULK

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Healthy

Time 5h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
3 tablespoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ medium onion, chopped
½ cup long strip of lemon zest
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, vinegar, oregano, paprika, pepper, onion, and lemon zest. Place chicken in a medium baking dish. Pour the sauce over the chicken. Cover dish with aluminum foil, and refrigerate at least 4 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place covered baking dish in the preheated oven. Do not drain marinade. Bake chicken 30 minutes. Uncover dish, and continue baking 15 minutes, until marinade is boiling and chicken juices run clear. Let chicken rest 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 60.9 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 52.1 mg, Sugar 2 g

Shihubi Adam
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I can't wait to make this recipe again.


Sarina voutour
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This recipe is a must-try for any lemon lover.


Leticija Cimfiba
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I served the chicken with rice and vegetables and it was a complete meal.


PRIESTER Mj
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I cooked the chicken in the oven and it was just as good as if I had grilled it.


Mahad
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I marinated the chicken for 2 hours and it was still very flavorful.


Iyoboise Anegbode
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This is the perfect recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Jessica Glutton
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Andries Thabang Koka
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made a salad with the chicken and it was delicious.


Daniel Pena
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I love the bright, tangy flavor of this chicken. It's perfect for summer.


Muronda Sulaiti
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I'm new to cooking and this recipe was very easy to follow. The chicken turned out great.


Fs Sf
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and everyone loved it. It's definitely a keeper.


Mazhar Abbas
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This is the best lemon marinated chicken recipe I've ever tried. I'll never use another recipe again.


Jfabian Benitez Benitez
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I'm not a big fan of lemon, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so juicy and tender.


KGOTHATSO JOSEPH
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I marinated the chicken for 24 hours and it was so flavorful. I cooked it on the grill and it was perfect.


Jes√∫s Min
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This chicken was so easy to make and it turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Angel Lavoie
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always delicious. I love the combination of lemon and garlic.


shane vermeulen
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This lemon marinated chicken recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the lemon marinade gave it a bright, tangy taste.