Authentic Herb-Roasted Chicken with Lemon

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A French bistro staple where chicken breast is cooked to golden perfection with fresh herbs and lemon, honoring the 'authentic' preparation method of slow roasting. This French-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 38 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, olive oil, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 28 min Serves 4 French cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat 4 chicken breasts (6 oz each) dry with paper towels, then rub with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Arrange 4 smashed garlic cloves and 1 lemon, sliced, on a baking sheet, then place chicken on top. Scatter 2 tbsp chopped rosemary and 1 tbsp chopped thyme evenly over the chicken.
  3. Step 3: Roast uncovered for 25-28 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and skin is golden brown, basting occasionally with pan juices.
  4. Step 4: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute, spooning pan drippings over the top.

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