Description
Baked Lemon Butter Chicken is a savory, juicy dish made with simple ingredients like fresh lemon, garlic, and melted butter. This easy baked chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prepping, or casual entertaining. With zesty lemon notes and a rich buttery sauce, it’s a go-to comfort meal for any home cook.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup butter, melted
3 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 2 lemons
1 tsp lemon zest
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
Place chicken breasts in the dish in a single layer.
In a bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, zest, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Pour the lemon butter mixture evenly over the chicken.
Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Broil for the last 2–3 minutes for a golden top, if desired.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra juiciness, marinate the chicken in the lemon butter mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
Serve with rice, roasted veggies, or pasta to soak up the sauce.
Add a touch of honey for a sweet contrast to the lemon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg