Freezable Lemon, Tomato, and Thyme Chicken Recipe

Name: Freezable Lemon, Tomato, and Thyme Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lemon, thinly sliced; 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes, diced and fire roasted; 8 sprigs thyme, fresh from garden; ¼ cup white onion, sliced; 12 chicken tenderloins, boneless & skinless; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons pepper; 2 teaspoons flour; 1 garlic clove, minced

Servings: persons

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This meal is meant to be made ahead for the freezer or cooked immediately.
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If freezing in individual servings, place 3 chicken tenderloins, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon flour, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 1/2 teaspoon olive oil, and a pinch of the minced garlic in four quart sized freezer bags.
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Seal and shake the ingredients until well seasoned and coated.
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Add 1/4 the lemon, tomatoes, onion slices, and 2 sprigs of thyme to each bag.
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Press out the air and seal tightly.
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Label with date and cooking instructions.
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Freeze up to 3 months.
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Cooking instructions:
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Thaw and remove all ingredients from the bag.
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Place in a casserole dish and drizzle with a teaspoon of additional oil.
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Bake in a 400 degree oven for about 30 minutes, or until chicken is golden and cooked through.
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Serve with your favorite side dish.

636

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lemon, thinly sliced, 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes, diced and fire roasted, 8 sprigs thyme, fresh from garden, ¼ cup white onion, sliced, and more.

Yes, Freezable Lemon, Tomato, and Thyme Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Freezable Lemon, Tomato, and Thyme Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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