Name: Easy Baked Lemon Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 Servings
Cuisine: Other

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February 10, 2026

Tender chicken breast fillets are marinated in a bright, Mediterranean‑style lemon‑herb mixture made with lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, and thyme, then oven‑baked until juicy and flavorful. This is a perfect weeknight or meal-prep recipe that goes well with vegetables, potatoes, pasta, rice, and more.

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Easy Baked Lemon Chicken

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Marinate

Remove any tendons and visible fat from the chicken fillets, then place the fillets in a zip-top bag.

Squeeze the juice from one lemon. Crush the garlic using a garlic press (or finely grate it), then mix both with the olive oil, spices, and a little salt.

Carefully pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the zip-top bag, pressing out as much air as possible so that the chicken is completely coated with the marinade. Refrigerate for 30 minutes up to 8 hours.

Bake the Chicken

Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F) with top and bottom heat. Lightly grease a baking dish with oil or butter. Remove the chicken fillets from the bag and place them in the baking dish, discarding the remaining marinade from the zip-top bag.

Slice the second lemon thinly and place the slices on top of the chicken. Bake the chicken in the oven for 18–22 minutes, until it reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F) or the meat is completely white when cut at the thickest part.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Zest Before Juice 🍋
Always zest your lemons before juicing to maximize flavor extraction and ensure you don't waste any aromatic citrus oils.
Marinade Magic 🥄
For maximum flavor penetration, marinate chicken breasts in a sealed zip-lock bag for at least 30 minutes, massaging the marinade into the meat occasionally.
Even Thickness Matters 🔪
Butterfly or pound chicken breasts to an even 1/2-inch thickness to ensure uniform cooking and prevent dry edges.
Garlic Infusion Technique 🧄
Mince garlic very finely or use a microplane to release more oils and create a more intense flavor profile in the marinade.
Crispy Surface Hack 🔥
Finish the chicken under the broiler for 1-2 minutes after baking to create a golden, slightly crispy exterior without drying out the meat.

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Hi, I’m Julia, and I’m the recipe developer, photographer, and author behind Jules’ Menu. I’ve spent the last eight years perfecting healthy everyday recipes so they strike the perfect balance between healthy and nourishing, simple and practical, and gourmet-level delicious.