Description
This High Protein Chicken recipe features tender, juicy baked chicken breasts seasoned with a flavorful blend of garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, and fresh lemon juice. Perfect for a healthy and balanced meal, it’s quick to prepare and ideal for meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasoning Mix
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of ½ lemon
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even cooking of the chicken breasts.
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place them in a baking dish to prepare for seasoning.
- Mix the Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Stir well to create a flavorful marinade.
- Season the Chicken: Brush the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of each chicken breast, ensuring thorough coverage for maximum flavor.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute, keeping the meat moist.
- Serve: Slice the chicken breasts and, if desired, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Pair with steamed vegetables, quinoa, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Serve with steamed vegetables, quinoa, or salad for a balanced, high-protein meal.
- This recipe is great for meal prep and stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F to guarantee the chicken is safe to eat.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the seasoning mix for 30 minutes before baking.
