Middle Eastern Spice Baked Chicken Breasts
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these Middle Eastern Spice Baked Chicken Breasts—a bold, aromatic dish that’s both quick and flavorful. Perfectly juicy and infused with a medley of warming spices like cumin, coriander, paprika, and cinnamon, this recipe brings the essence of Middle Eastern cuisine to your table. A simple olive oil and lemon juice marinade ensures the chicken stays tender while allowing the rich spice blend to shine. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a short bake in the oven, this dish is an effortless way to upgrade your menu with exotic flair. Garnished with fresh parsley and ideal alongside sides like fluffy couscous, rice, or a crisp salad, it’s a dinner that’s as satisfying as it is easy to make.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil and lemon juice together to create a marinade base.
Add the cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the marinade. Stir well until the spices are evenly combined.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and place them in a large bowl or zip-top bag.
Pour the spice marinade over the chicken breasts and coat them thoroughly, ensuring the spices cover all sides. Let the chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor).
Place the marinated chicken breasts in a single layer on a baking dish or sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once baked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain juices.
Garnish the chicken with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve warm with desired sides like rice, couscous, or a Middle Eastern salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1438 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.2 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 2882 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.5 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 215.7 g | 431% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 285 mg | 6% | |
*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.
