Melt in Your Mouth Lemon Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Melt in Your Mouth Lemon Chicken recipe! Juicy boneless, skinless chicken breasts are coated in a creamy blend of tangy Greek yogurt, freshly squeezed lemon juice, vibrant lemon zest, and savory grated parmesan cheese. Infused with aromatic garlic, paprika, and thyme, this dish is baked to perfection, resulting in tender, flavorful chicken that literally melts in your mouth. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick oven bake, this easy recipe is ideal for busy nights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley and a hint of citrus, it pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp salad. Perfect for fans of healthy, comforting, and zesty chicken dinners, this dish will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1.5 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cups grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line a baking dish or sheet with a thin layer of olive oil to prevent sticking.
In a medium bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish and evenly coat them with the yogurt and cheese mixture, ensuring all sides are covered.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). You can test this using a meat thermometer.
Once done, remove the baking dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving and optionally a slice of lemon on the side for extra flavor.
Serve warm with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1731 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.5 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.7 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 668 mg | 223% | |
| Sodium | 3684 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 269.3 g | 539% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 968 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 2437 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
