Low Fat Flavorful Baked Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this Low Fat Flavorful Baked Chicken recipe—an easy, healthy, and utterly delicious meal the whole family will love. Featuring tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and fragrant dried herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme, this dish is packed with flavor while keeping things light. The chicken bakes to perfection in a savory bath of low-sodium chicken broth, topped with vibrant lemon slices for an extra pop of citrus. Ready in just 45 minutes, this low-fat baked chicken recipe is as quick as it is wholesome, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or guilt-free entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley, it pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, quinoa, or a crisp green salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Healthy eating has never tasted so good!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup chicken broth, low sodium
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, basil, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.

Step 4

In a baking dish, pour the low-sodium chicken broth and arrange the marinated chicken breasts in a single layer. Discard the remaining marinade.

Step 5

Place lemon slices on top of the chicken.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

Step 7

Remove from the oven, and let rest for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your low-fat, flavorful baked chicken!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(982.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1342.1

Total Fat 39.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 1775.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 17.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 3.4g
Protein 218.6g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 173.2mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 2113.4mg	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: 27.5%

Protein: 67.1%

Carbs: 5.4%