Low Sodium Herb and Lemon Baked Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and heart-healthy Low Sodium Herb and Lemon Baked Chicken recipe! This dish delivers tender, juicy, oven-baked chicken breasts infused with the bright zest of fresh lemon, aromatic garlic, and a medley of fresh herbs like thyme, rosemary, and parsley. Perfect for those watching their sodium intake, this recipe skips the salt but doesn’t sacrifice flavor, thanks to a seasoning of black pepper, paprika, and tangy lemon slices baked right on top. Ready in just 45 minutes, including prep and cook time, it’s an effortless yet elegant option for a wholesome, low-sodium meal the whole family will love. Serve with roasted vegetables, a crisp salad, or your favorite whole grain for a complete and satisfying dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts, skinless and boneless
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 3 cloves Fresh garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 whole lemon Lemon slices

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a large mixing bowl or baking dish.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and minced garlic.

Step 4

Pour the oil mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated.

Step 5

Sprinkle the thyme leaves, chopped rosemary, and chopped parsley evenly over the chicken.

Step 6

Season with ground black pepper and paprika.

Step 7

Arrange the lemon slices on top of the chicken breasts.

Step 8

Allow the chicken to marinate at room temperature for 10-15 minutes if time permits.

Step 9

Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink inside. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).

Step 10

Remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 11

Garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired and serve with your choice of sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(835.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1450.3

Total Fat 53.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 525.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 13.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 2.7g
Protein 217.6g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 142.3mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 2041.8mg	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: 34.3%

Protein: 61.9%

Carbs: 3.8%