Description
A simple and delicious lemon garlic chicken meal prep recipe perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over the chicken.
- Seal the bag and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve or store in meal prep containers.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or rice.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg