Heart-Healthy Oven-Baked Herb Chicken

Delight your taste buds with this Heart-Healthy Oven-Baked Herb Chicken, a wholesome and flavorful meal that's perfect for mindful eating. This recipe features tender, juicy boneless chicken breasts marinated in a vibrant blend of extra-virgin olive oil, fresh rosemary, thyme, garlic, and zesty lemon juice. Carefully baked to perfection alongside sweet, roasted cherry tomatoes, the chicken is served atop a bed of lightly wilted baby spinach for a nutrient-packed, low-calorie dish. With its quick prep time and simple ingredients, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights while still delivering restaurant-quality flavor. Packed with lean protein, heart-healthy fats, and antioxidant-rich vegetables, this gluten-free dinner is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 whole lemon
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 4 cups baby spinach
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).

Step 2

Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, the juice of one lemon, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and chopped thyme. Stir well to create a marinade.

Step 4

Pour the marinade over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 10-15 minutes, or refrigerate for a longer marination period if desired.

Step 5

While the chicken is marinating, slice the remaining lemon half into thin rounds to be placed on top of the chicken.

Step 6

Once marinated, place the chicken breasts in a baking dish. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 7

Place a couple of lemon rounds on each chicken breast.

Step 8

Scatter the cherry tomatoes around the chicken in the baking dish.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).

Step 10

Once cooked, remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes to reabsorb juices.

Step 11

While the chicken rests, lightly wilt the baby spinach in a medium pan over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes.

Step 12

Serve the chicken warm on a bed of wilted spinach and roasted cherry tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1214.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1506.0

Total Fat 52.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 1790.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 9.3g
Protein 222.6g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 269.3mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 2627.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.4%

Protein: 60.6%

Carbs: 7.0%