Lemon-Thyme Baked Chicken Breast

Name: Lemon-Thyme Baked Chicken Breast
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4, boneless and skinless (6 oz each) chicken breast; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1, zested and juiced lemon; 2 tsp, dried thyme; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/4 cup, chopped parsley

Tender chicken breasts with bright lemon and earthy thyme, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Cuisine: American

Category: Chicken

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

4, boneless and skinless (6 oz each) chicken breast
2 tbsp olive oil
1, zested and juiced lemon
2 tsp, dried thyme
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup, chopped parsley

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 4 chicken breasts in a baking dish and drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil.
Step 2: Sprinkle 1 lemon zest, 2 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper evenly over the chicken. Rub to coat thoroughly.
Step 3: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Squeeze juice from 1 lemon over the chicken and sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped parsley before serving.