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Baked Lemon Butter Chicken: Your New Family Favorite Dish

Baked Lemon Butter Chicken combines fall-off-the-bone tenderness with zesty lemon, rich butter, and garlic, making it a family-friendly dish everyone loves.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 460
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Dark Meat Chicken Breasts can be used but require less cooking time.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust if using table salt.
  • 2 tablespoons Montreal Chicken Seasoning Can substitute with any favorite seasoning.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Butter Can replace with olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Prefer fresh minced over powdered.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Fresh juice recommended for the best taste.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Use coconut cream for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Use freshly grated to prevent clumping.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Red Onion Yellow onion or shallots can be substitutes.
  • 1/4 cup Flat Leaf Parsley Cilantro can be used or can omit if unavailable.
For an Extra Kick
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Omit for a milder dish.
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Vegetable stock as a great non-meat substitute.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (or 400°F for quicker cooking).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, butter, and your chosen seasonings. Stir until well blended.
  3. Transfer the marinated chicken pieces into a baking dish, spreading them out evenly and pouring any remaining marinade on top.
  4. Bake for approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, checking that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. Cover the dish with foil during the first half of the baking time for faster cooking.
  6. Uncover the chicken and broil for an additional 3-5 minutes for a crispy finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 34gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow chicken to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking for even cooking. Use a meat thermometer to ensure safety.

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