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A serving of flavorful lemon garlic chicken with herbs on a white plate.

Lemon Garlic Chicken

Enjoy a delicious and easy-to-make lemon garlic chicken that is bursting with savory and tangy flavors. This versatile recipe can be adapted for quick preparation or a longer marination for enhanced taste.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Chicken thighs or breasts Boneless, skinless preferred
  • 2 medium Lemons Juiced and zested
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Dried rosemary
  • 0.5 tsp Dried thyme
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Baking dish (9x13 inch)
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, olive oil, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated, then cover and refrigerate.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and arrange the marinated chicken in a baking dish.
  2. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Serving
  1. Remove the chicken from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, then serve warm with your favorite side dishes.

Notes

For deeper flavor, you can marinate the chicken for up to 24 hours. The "30 days" in the title may refer to an extended, specialized aging or curing process, which is not covered in this standard cooking recipe.