Description
Lemon Parmesan Chicken is a flavorful dish that’s easy to prepare. Featuring fresh lemon, parmesan cheese, and simple ingredients, it’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 lemons (zest and juice)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine the grated Parmesan, lemon zest, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Grease a baking dish with olive oil and lay the chicken breasts evenly.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the chicken, then evenly coat it with the Parmesan mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and olive oil for an hour before baking.
Substitute Parmesan with any hard cheese you prefer for a different flavor profile.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg