Lemon Rubbed Chicken Recipe

Name: Lemon Rubbed Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts or bone-in thighs (2 lbs.);; 1/2 lb. asparagus;; 1/2 lb. mushrooms or morels;; 1 lemon - 1/2 for juice, 1/2 finely chopped;; 1 tablespoon of parsley finely chopped;; 2 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil;; Salt & pepper;; Rosemary - leaves from 1 sprig;; 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped thyme leaves;; 1 tablespoon of butter - cut into pieces;; 3 cups of watercress;; 1 tablespoon of finely chopped oregano.

Servings: persons

4 chicken breasts or bone-in thighs (2 lbs.);
1/2 lb. asparagus;
1/2 lb. mushrooms or morels;
1 lemon - 1/2 for juice, 1/2 finely chopped;
1 tablespoon of parsley finely chopped;
2 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil;
Salt & pepper;
Rosemary - leaves from 1 sprig;
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped thyme leaves;
1 tablespoon of butter - cut into pieces;
3 cups of watercress;
1 tablespoon of finely chopped oregano.

1
Preheat oven to 450 - use all 3 rack levels;
2
Mix chopped lemon, parsley and 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, salt & pepper to taste;
3
Place chicken on a sheet (skin down if using bone-in) and rub with marinade;
4
place on bottom rack for 15 minutes;
5
Flip and place on top rack for 15 minutes;
6
Toss asparagus with 1 tablespoon of oil, salt & pepper and place on another sheet;
7
Toss mushrooms with rosemary, thyme and a pinch of salt and place on a third sheet; place both on the middle rack for 15 minutes;
8
Large mixing bowl - toss asparagus, mushrooms and watercress with roasting juices and remainder of oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt & pepper;
9
Serve chicken alongside salad

316

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chicken breasts or bone-in thighs (2 lbs.);, 1/2 lb. asparagus;, 1/2 lb. mushrooms or morels;, 1 lemon - 1/2 for juice, 1/2 finely chopped;, and more.

Yes, Lemon Rubbed 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.

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Lemon Rubbed Chicken

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