Herb-Roasted Chicken with Hidden Lemon Zest

Name: Herb-Roasted Chicken with Hidden Lemon Zest
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 cup fresh parsley; 1/4 cup fresh thyme leaves; 2 tbsp lemon zest; 2 tbsp Dijon mustard; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; to taste salt; to taste pepper

Juicy chicken breasts coated in a fragrant herb crust that releases a burst of lemon flavor when cut, creating a surprising citrus note in every bite.

Cuisine: American

Category: Chicken

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup fresh parsley
1/4 cup fresh thyme leaves
2 tbsp lemon zest
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
to taste salt
to taste pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
Step 2: In a shallow dish, combine 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 cup fresh thyme leaves, 2 tbsp lemon zest, and 2 tbsp Dijon mustard. Mix until evenly distributed.
Step 3: Dip each chicken breast into the herb mixture, pressing firmly to adhere. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 4: Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over the chicken and bake for 22-25 minutes until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 5: Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing to allow the hidden lemon flavor to fully integrate.