Turmeric-Lemon Baked Chicken Breasts

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

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Chicken breasts baked with a golden turmeric and lemon glaze. This American-inspired one-pot recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, turmeric powder, paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless (about 1.5 lbs total) chicken breasts
1 tablespoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium, zested and juiced lemon
2 cloves, minced garlic
1/2 cup chicken broth

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1 tablespoon turmeric powder, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
Step 3: Remove chicken and set aside. Add 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 1/2 cup chicken broth and 2 tablespoons lemon juice, scraping any browned bits from the bottom. Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly reduced, then return chicken to the skillet and coat with sauce. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon lemon zest before serving.