Description
A collection of simple dinner ideas featuring chicken, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken breasts evenly with the spice mixture.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Try using different herbs like thyme or rosemary for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: simple dinner ideas chicken