Lemon Parmesan Chicken Breasts – Juicy, Zesty & Easy Weeknight Dinner!
Moist, zesty chicken breasts tossed in a tangy lemon-parmesan blend, baked to golden perfection. A quick, flavorful weeknight dinner with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C)
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper
- Add chicken breasts to the bowl and coat evenly
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the chicken breasts
- Place in a baking dish and bake for 30 minutes (or until internal temperature reaches 165°F)
- Let rest before slicing and garnish with parsley
Notes
Marinate chicken for 1 hour ahead for deeper flavor
Use freshly grated parmesan for best texture
Pound chicken to even thickness for uniform cooking
Use a meat thermometer for doneness
Rest before slicing to retain juices
For a lighter version, substitute half the olive oil with unsweetened Greek yogurt
Serve with steamed vegetables for a low-carb option
Use freshly grated parmesan for best texture
Pound chicken to even thickness for uniform cooking
Use a meat thermometer for doneness
Rest before slicing to retain juices
For a lighter version, substitute half the olive oil with unsweetened Greek yogurt
Serve with steamed vegetables for a low-carb option