Description
This Baked Lemon Butter Chicken is a rich and flavorful dish perfect for an easy dinner. Tender chicken is baked in a creamy, buttery sauce infused with garlic, lemon, and Parmesan, creating a delicious balance of zest and richness. Serve this dish with a side of roasted veggies or a fresh salad for a complete meal. A must-try for those who love quick high-protein meals, healthy recipes, and easy dinner recipes with ground beef alternatives.
Ingredients
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Meat:
- 10 pieces of chicken
- 1 tablespoon chicken spice mix
Veggies & Aromatics:
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
Sauce:
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/3 cup cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Place chicken pieces in a baking dish and season with chicken spice mix, salt, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes.
- In a small bowl, mix chopped parsley, garlic, and red onion. Spread this mixture over the chicken.
- In another bowl, whisk together chicken stock, lemon juice, melted butter, and cream. Pour the sauce over the chicken and veggies.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, or until chicken is golden and fully cooked.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lower-carb option, serve with roasted veggies or a fresh green salad.
- Add extra red pepper flakes for a spicier kick.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 95mg