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Basil Lemon Pepper Chicken Breasts Recipe

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Two raw chicken breasts on a plate, sprinkled with chopped green herbs and a hint of lemon pepper seasoning.
Basil Lemon Pepper Chicken Breasts

Summer time is here and so are dinners bursting with flavor. The basil lemon combination in this dish really makes it a nice treat for your taste buds. Knowing chicken breasts are low in calories, you don’t have to feel guilty while indulging.

Pair this Basil Lemon Pepper Chicken with some roasted squash, or some butternut squash fries, and you have a nice, healthy, satisfying meal that everyone can enjoy. You should also try this Copycat Tony Chachere Creole Seasoning recipe and add to your favorite meals!

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Boneless and skinless chicken breasts are a healthier alternative than chicken with skin, but they can turn out a bit dry if they’re not nicely marinated first.

This recipe will make it easy for you to make a juicy chicken breast with nice flavor.

This marinade is enough to marinate about 4-6 breasts, so make as much as you need.

Two raw chicken breasts on a plate, sprinkled with chopped green herbs and a hint of lemon pepper seasoning.

Basil Lemon Pepper Chicken Breasts Recipe

Kelli Miller
Juicy and flavorful Basil Lemon Pepper Chicken Breasts, marinated to perfection. A healthy, low-calorie dinner option bursting with fresh basil and citrus.
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 322 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves
  • ¼ Cup(s) lemon juice
  • ¼ Cup(s) olive oil
  • ¼ Cup(s) fresh basil
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Add the ingredients to a wide and shallow dish that all your breasts will fit in. Mix until combined and add the breast and turn them to coat fully. Cover and place the dish in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 375 F.
  • Place the breasts on a nonstick baking sheet and bake on the middle rack for about 30 minutes, but make sure the insides are no longer pink and the breasts reach an internal temperature of 165 F is met. Be sure to brush the chicken with its juices during the cooking process for a nice crispier outside.
  • Serve with rice or potatoes and your favorite steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 322kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 37gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 102mgSodium: 93mg
Keyword baked chicken breasts, basil chicken recipe, basil lemon chicken, citrus chicken., healthy chicken recipes, lemon pepper marinade, low-calorie dinner
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