Smooth Weather Citrus Herb Chicken with Roasted Garlic

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Marinated in a fresh citrus and herb blend, roasted alongside whole garlic cloves to infuse a mellow, fragrant flavor. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts into a shallow dish and pour the citrus herb marinade over them. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 3 hours for deeper flavor.
  3. Step 3: Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange the marinated chicken breasts in a baking dish and scatter 8 whole peeled garlic cloves around them.
  4. Step 4: Roast the chicken and garlic for 25-30 minutes, basting the chicken with pan juices halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the garlic is soft and golden.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving with the roasted garlic cloves as a flavorful accompaniment.

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