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Oven-Baked Chicken
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Oven-Baked Chicken

Oven-Baked Chicken is the perfect recipe for busy weeknight dinners. This dish is so flavorful and easy to make, that the whole family will love it.
Course dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword chicken, chicken breast, marinade
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating/Resting 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

Marinade

  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh oregano minced or 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley minced and lightly packed or 4 teaspoons dried parsley
  • ¼ cup fresh basil minced and lightly packed or 4 teaspoons dried basil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Chicken

  • 4 8 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • fresh parsley finely chopped, for garnish, optional

Instructions

  • Add all of the marinade ingredients to a medium bowl and whisk well until completely combined.
  • Add the chicken to a large resealable bag.
  • Pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag.
  • Place in the refrigerator to chill for up to 4 hours.
  • Remove the marinating chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Set out a 13x9 baking dish and lightly drizzle the bottom with olive oil. You can use an oil sprayer if you prefer.
  • Place the chicken in the baking dish.
  • Discard the marinade.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
  • Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  • Slice and serve.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator in airtight container for up to 4 days.

Notes

Marinating chicken can be placed in the freezer for up to 3 months. Transfer the chicken bag to the refrigerator for 24 hours to thaw. Cook as directed above.