Easy Chicken Dinner with Garlic and Herbs
This easy chicken dinner is bursting with flavor from garlic and fresh herbs, making it a perfect weeknight meal. Quick to prepare and cook, it will...
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts in the greased baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes around the chicken in the baking dish for added flavor and color.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving for a fresh finish.
- Serve with your favorite side dishes like rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.