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18) Greek Lemon Oregano Chicken

Bright, fresh, a little tangy from the lemon. My oven smells incredible when this is baking, and I start feeling weirdly accomplished before it's even done. The marinade is just olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and dried oregano — four things I always have on hand — and the results taste like you put
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a baking dish with a little oil.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in the dish in a single layer.
  3. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken. Use a spoon to coat each piece.
  5. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the inside is no longer pink and the juices run clear.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing so it stays juicy.