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chicken lunch recipes

Juicy 35-Minute Chicken Lunch Recipes Your Family Will Crave


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Easy and delicious chicken lunch recipes for a quick and satisfying meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 lemon (juiced)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  4. Cook chicken for 5 minutes per side until golden.
  5. Transfer to a baking dish and drizzle with lemon juice.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes or until fully cooked.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Marinate chicken for extra flavor if time allows.
  • Substitute spices based on preference.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: chicken, lunch, easy, healthy, baked