- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
| 10 min | 20 min | 8 |
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Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, dried basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet and brush both sides with the lemon-basil mixture.
- Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for about 18-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the Dried Basil Lemon Chicken with lemon wedges and fresh parsley for added brightness and garnish.
Tips:
- For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken in the lemon-basil mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
- This recipe works well with bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks too.