3 Easy Baked Chicken Recipes

1. Herb-Crusted Baked Chicken

Herb-Crusted Baked Chicken Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons dried rosemary
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Herb-Crusted Baked Chicken Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place them in a baking dish.
Brush each chicken breast with olive oil.
In a small bowl, mix together salt, pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, thyme, and basil.
Sprinkle the herb mixture over the chicken breasts evenly.
Top each chicken breast with grated Parmesan cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

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2. Honey Mustard Baked Chicken

Honey Mustard Baked Chicken Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Honey Mustard Baked Chicken Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the honey mustard mixture over them, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked.
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

3. Lemon Garlic Baked Chicken

Lemon Garlic Baked Chicken Ingredients

4 chicken drumsticks and 4 thighs (skin-on)
1/4 cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, juiced and zested
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Lemon slices and fresh oregano for garnish

Lemon Garlic Baked Chicken Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice and zest, salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and toss to coat thoroughly with the marinade.
Arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer in a baking dish.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the chicken is crispy and golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Garnish with lemon slices and fresh oregano sprigs before serving.

These recipes offer a variety of flavors, from the comforting earthiness of herbs to the tangy sweetness of honey mustard, and the refreshing zest of lemon garlic, catering to a range of tastes.

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