Lemon-Pepper Chicken Recipe

Name: Lemon-Pepper Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 shallots, minced; 3/4 teaspoon oregano, crumbled; 1/4 teaspoon rosemary, crumbled; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 cup olive oil; 3 lbs chicken, halved or quartered (depending on how many servings you want to get); 1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon, zest of; 2 teaspoons coarsely ground fresh black pepper

Servings: persons

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 shallots, minced
3/4 teaspoon oregano, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon rosemary, crumbled
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup olive oil
3 lbs chicken, halved or quartered (depending on how many servings you want to get)
1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon, zest of
2 teaspoons coarsely ground fresh black pepper

1
In a large, shallow bowl, whisk together lemon juice, garlic, shallots, oregano, rosemary, bay leaf, lemon zest, pepper and oil.
2
Add chicken, turning it to coat with marinade, and let it marinate, skin side up, covered and chilled, for 3 hours.
3
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
4
Put rack in middle position of oven.
5
Arrange chicken, skin side up, on a rack in a roasting pan.
6
Season lightly with salt.
7
Roast for 35-45 minutes. Halfway through, sprinkle on pepper and lemon zest.
8
This is also great grilled on the bbq.

838

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

106

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 shallots, minced, 3/4 teaspoon oregano, crumbled, and more.

Yes, Lemon-Pepper 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.

Lemon-Pepper Chicken

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