Lemon-Garlic Roasted Chicken Breast

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• Juice and zest of 1 lemon
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt, pepper
• Fresh parsley

Method

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.

2. Pound breasts to even 3/4-inch thickness.

3. Toss with oil, garlic, lemon juice, zest, oregano, salt, pepper.

4. Roast 18–22 min until 160°F internal. Rest 5 min.

5. Garnish with parsley.

What You're Practicing

• Pounding to even thickness is the #1 trick for juicy chicken breast — thin parts don't overcook while thick parts catch up.
• 425°F gives you browning without drying out.