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Crispy Baked Lemon Herb Chicken Breast Recipe Easy Zesty Glaze

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy baked chicken breasts with a bright lemon herb flavor and a zesty glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skin-on chicken breasts
  • 1 large lemon (zested and juiced)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place oven racks in the middle to upper position.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to help the skin crisp up.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
  4. Rub the herb mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, skin side down first, getting some mixture under the skin for extra flavor.
  5. Place the chicken breasts skin side up in an oven-safe baking dish or cast-iron skillet, leaving space between each piece.
  6. Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes until the skin starts turning golden and crisping.
  7. While baking, whisk together lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes (if using) to prepare the zesty glaze.
  8. Remove the chicken from the oven and brush the glaze generously over each breast.
  9. Return the chicken to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  10. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to lock in juices and allow the glaze to set.
  11. Serve warm, spooning any pan juices over the top.

Notes

Patting the chicken dry before seasoning is essential for crispy skin. Use skin-on breasts for best results. If glaze starts to burn, tent loosely with foil. Rest chicken after baking to keep it juicy. Can substitute honey with maple syrup or agave. For a spicy version, add cayenne or smoked paprika to the herb rub.

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