Description
Succulent Herb-Crusted Chicken Breast delivers a mouthwatering blend of crispy exterior and juicy interior. Mediterranean herbs and golden-brown crunch promise a delightful meal you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Herbs and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Liquid and Garnish Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Lemon slices (for garnish)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Calibrate oven temperature precisely to 400°F (200°C), ensuring uniform heat distribution for optimal chicken cooking.
- Create marinade by whisking olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a mixing vessel until ingredients blend smoothly.
- Remove chicken breasts from packaging and meticulously eliminate surface moisture using clean paper towels, promoting superior marinade adherence.
- Transfer chicken to a ceramic or glass baking dish, ensuring adequate spacing between pieces for even heat penetration.
- Generously drizzle prepared marinade over chicken, massaging seasoning into meat’s surface to maximize flavor absorption.
- Extract fresh lemon juice directly onto chicken, strategically positioning lemon wedges around protein to infuse citrus essence during roasting.
- Position baking dish in preheated oven, roast for 22-24 minutes until internal temperature reaches precisely 165°F (74°C), confirming thorough cooking.
- Extract chicken from oven, allow 4-5 minutes resting period to redistribute internal moisture and maintain tenderness.
- Garnish with finely chopped parsley, plate with reserved lemon segments, presenting a visually appealing and aromatic culinary creation.
Notes
- Swap chicken breasts with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian version, ensuring similar marinade coating and baking time to maintain flavor profile.
- Use gluten-free spices and herbs if preparing for someone with gluten sensitivities, double-checking all seasoning ingredients.
- Pat chicken extremely dry before marinating to help create a crispier exterior and allow seasonings to adhere more effectively.
- Check internal temperature with a reliable meat thermometer to prevent overcooking, which can result in dry chicken breast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 50 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg