Description
Transform ordinary boneless skinless chicken breasts into a mouthwatering dish bursting with flavor in just under an hour.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or rosemary)
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, herbs, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare your grill.
- For oven-baking: Place marinated chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- For grilling: Cook each side for about 6-7 minutes until charred and no longer pink inside.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Swap herbs or add spices like chili flakes for a kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.