Herb-Roasted Lemon Garlic Chicken

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Infused with lemon zest and garlic, roasted to golden perfection with a herby crust. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, lemon, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, mix 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Rub mixture evenly over chicken breasts.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, combine lemon zest, 1/2 cup lemon juice, and minced garlic. Brush mixture over chicken.
  4. Step 4: Roast for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and skin is golden.
  5. Step 5: Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with remaining thyme and lemon slices.

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