Lemon-Garlic Chicken Breasts

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-10 · Updated 2026-04-10

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Baked with lemon and garlic for a bright, savory main course. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 2, 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: 25 min Serves 2 American cuisine 250 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 (about 6 oz each) boneless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
4, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
to taste salt
to taste pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Rub 2 boneless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each) with 2 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 2: Place chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
Step 3: Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve with pan drippings for extra flavor.