Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) while the chicken is marinating.
- Bake the Chicken: Place marinated chicken in a greased baking dish; ensure they’re spaced apart for even cooking. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg