Rao’s Famous Lemon Chicken: A Juicy Twist on Comfort Food
Discover the delightful flavors of Rao’s Famous Lemon Chicken, a dish that combines the zest of lemon with juicy chicken for a comfort food experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken breasts in lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For an extra lemony flavor, reserve some lemon juice to drizzle on top just before serving.
- This dish pairs well with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Rao's Famous Lemon Chicken, Pollo al Limone, comfort food, chicken recipes