Linguistic-Inspired Citrus Herb Chicken with Roasted Garlic

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Juicy roasted chicken breasts marinated in a bright citrus and fresh herb blend, paired with slow-roasted garlic for deep flavor. This Mediterranean-inspired no-cook recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, lemon juice, orange juice 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: 10 min Cook: 45 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until fully combined.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, turning to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, place 8 whole garlic cloves (unpeeled) on a small baking tray and roast in the oven for 20 minutes until soft and golden.
  4. Step 4: Remove the garlic and increase oven temperature to 425°F. Place marinated chicken breasts on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until juices run clear and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Step 5: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and serve alongside chicken breasts for a sweet, mellow garlic flavor.

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