Easy Chicken Dinner with Lemon and Herbs — American Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and coat them evenly with the marinade. Let them marinate for 10 minutes.
4. Place the marinated chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
6. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.