Best 7 Simply Lemon Baked Chicken Recipes

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Welcome to the delightful world of Simply Lemon Baked Chicken! This classic dish is a culinary symphony that combines the tangy zest of lemons with the savory flavors of herbs and spices to create a delectable meal that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking for a hassle-free recipe, this article is your culinary compass to guide you through the process of creating a perfect Simply Lemon Baked Chicken that will become a staple in your kitchen repertoire.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED LEMON CHICKEN



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Baked lemon chicken breasts are a perfect solution for an easy weeknight meal. Made with a handful of simple pantry ingredients, these perfectly cooked oven chicken breasts require minimal prep.

Provided by Becky Hardin

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 chicken breasts
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tsp thyme
¼ cup warm water
2 tsp honey
1 ½ tsp dijon mustard
1 tsp soy sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven at 350F/180C
  • Add chicken breast in an oven safe dish
  • In a jar add lemon juice, warm water, honey, dijon mustard, sweet soy sauce
  • Shake well until sauce mixture is well combined
  • Pour ⅔ of sauce mixture over chicken breasts
  • Sprinkle thyme
  • Bake for 30 minutes at 350F/180C
  • Carefully remove from oven
  • Turn chicken breasts over, pour the rest of sauce
  • Bake for another 10-15 minutes until chicken is golden brown and thoroughly cooked
  • Carefully remove from oven, drizzle sauce over it and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 49 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Sodium 362 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY BAKED LEMON CHICKEN



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This is a wonderful and very easy chicken dish. Everything is in one pan so it makes for easy cleanup. Goes great with mashed potatoes or rice.

Provided by SANDI149

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
¼ cup water
½ cup olive oil
2 lemons, juiced
½ cup bread crumbs
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon paprika
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Arrange chicken breasts in a large baking dish. Pour water, olive oil, and lemon juice over chicken; sprinkle with bread crumbs, garlic powder, parsley, and paprika. Season with salt and pepper. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil and cut a few slits in foil to vent.
  • Bake chicken breasts in preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (75 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 660.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 129.2 mg, Fat 42.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 50.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 248.9 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

SIMPLY LEMON BAKED CHICKEN



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A whole roasting chicken sprinkled with fresh lemon and paprika, then slow baked with the lemon halves inside! This recipe is very easy and the chicken comes out moist and tastes great!

Provided by MOLLYMARIE

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (4 pound) whole chicken
2 tablespoons salt
1 lemon, halved
1 tablespoon paprika
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Rub chicken with salt inside and out. Squeeze lemon juice from lemon halves over outside of chicken, then rub paprika over all. Place squeeze lemon halves inside chicken cavity, then place chicken in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour a little water over chicken to prevent drying.
  • Bake at 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) for 3 hours, basting with water as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Cholesterol 170.3 mg, Fat 34.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 42.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 1903.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

BAKED LEMON CHICKEN



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

One 3 1/2- to 4-pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces, patted dry
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Flour for dredging
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
Peel of half a lemon, white pith removed, cut into very thin strips
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh rosemary leaves
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 cup chicken broth, homemade or canned low-sodium

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge in the flour and pat off the excess. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of the oil. Add the chicken skin-side down and saute until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and reserve. Discard the oil and wipe the pan out with a paper towel. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and heat over medium-low heat. Add the onion and cook until golden, about 10 to 12 minutes. Add the lemon zest, garlic, and rosemary, and cook for 2 minutes more. Add the honey, lemon juice, and broth, increase the heat and bring to a simmer. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the onions to a 9- by 13-inch ovenproof casserole, and spread them out. Arrange the chicken, skin-side up in a single layer on the onions. Pour the cooking liquid over the chicken. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bake in the oven, basting every 15 minutes, until cooked through, about 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve.
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LEMON CHICKEN



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This easy lemon chicken recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner! Not too lemony, just right. It's made with garlic, butter, lemon, thyme, and rosemary.

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Dinner     Budget     Chicken     Chicken Thigh     Lemon Chicken

Time 1h55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 to 4 pounds chicken parts (thighs and legs recommended), skin-on, bone-in, trimmed of excess fat
4 teaspoons lemon zest (about zest from 2 lemons)
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tablespoons fresh chopped thyme (or 2 teaspoons dried)
2 teaspoons fresh chopped rosemary (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
1 teaspoon Kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons melted butter
Lemon slices for garnish

Steps:

  • Let the chicken rest: Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest, covered in foil, for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Save meat juices to serve with chicken: Pour the juices from the pan into a serving bowl. Use a tablespoon to skim the fat off the top (save the fat for cooking with later, or discard, but do not discard down the drain or it will solidify and clog your drain). Serve the chicken with the juices on the side or a little poured over the top of the chicken. Serve alone, or with steamed rice , buttered noodles , angel hair pasta , or mashed potatoes .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 599 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 394 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 73 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 540 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 31 g, ServingSize Serves 4 to 6, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

LEMON CHICKEN BAKE



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This lovely lemon chicken bake is moist, tender and lemony with a nice crunch. It's a delicious picnic entree as well as a wonderful meal with scalloped or baked potatoes and a fresh green salad on the side. —Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a shallow dish, combine butter, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Place bread crumbs in another dish. Dip chicken in butter mixture, then coat with crumbs. , Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with remaining butter mixture. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 652mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

LEMON BAKED CHICKEN



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Delicious and tangy chicken pieces--easy to prepare and a hit with everything from a dinner party to picnics.

Provided by JoyfulCook

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, with bone
flour, seasoned
2 tablespoons margarine or 2 tablespoons butter
3 teaspoons soya sauce
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 tablespoon oil

Steps:

  • To make the lemon sauce combine, the Soya sauce, lemon juice and zest, garlic and the oil. Mix well and keep in fridge for 30 minutes before use.
  • Toss chicken in the seasoned flour. Grease a large ovenproof dish and arrange chicken in a single layer. Melt butter and spoon over chicken. Bake uncovered in a hot oven for 25 minutes.
  • Turn chicken over, spoon over the lemon sauce and return to oven for another 20 minutes, basting occasionally.
  • Serve with salads, i.e. coleslaw, potato salad, tossed salads, and crusty bread.

Tips:

  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade not only adds flavor to the chicken but also helps to keep it moist during baking. Try using a marinade made with lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, herbs, and spices.
  • Don't overcrowd the baking dish: If you overcrowd the baking dish, the chicken will not cook evenly. Make sure there is at least 1 inch of space between each piece of chicken.
  • Roast the chicken at a high temperature: This will help to create a crispy skin and juicy meat. Roast the chicken at 425°F for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Let the chicken rest before carving: This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish. Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before carving.

Conclusion:

Lemon baked chicken is a simple and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it is also a healthy and affordable meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make a delicious lemon baked chicken that your family and friends will love.

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