Name: Easy Mediterranean Baked Chicken Breast Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 1 lemon, sliced

Easy Mediterranean Baked Chicken Breast Recipe

Lyndell Leiva Modified: November 12, 2023

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How To Make Easy Mediterranean Baked Chicken Breast Recipe

The breast is the leanest part of a chicken. No wonder a lot of health buffs and fitness enthusiasts are drawn to this specific cut of meat. Besides that, you can make all kinds of dishes with it! Just take a look at this collection of chicken breast recipes, and you’ll be surprised by the range of options. Try it out and make everything from crispy baked dishes to tender slow-cooked renditions.

Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 25 minutes

Total: 35 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 lemon, sliced

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and rub the spice mixture all over them, making sure to coat both sides.
Arrange the lemon slices on top of the chicken breasts.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories : 366kcal
Total Fat : 14g
Saturated Fat : 2g
Cholesterol : 142mg
Sodium : 432mg
Total Carbohydrates : 2g
Dietary Fiber : 1g
Sugar : 0g
Protein : 52g

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