Lemon Chicken

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Juliebean_1027
Juliebean_1027 Posts: 713 Member
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Serves: 4

Using skinless chicken breasts means this tangy dish is lower in saturated fat and cholesterol.

INGREDIENTS
1-1/2 lb. chicken breast, skinned and fat removed
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup fresh sliced lemon peel
3 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1 medium onion, sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
Black pepper to taste
1/2 teaspoon paprika

DIRECTIONS
1. Place chicken in 13x9x2" glass baking dish.
2. Mix lemon juice, lemon peel, oregano, and onions. Pour over chicken, cover and marinate in refrigerator several hours or overnight, turning occasionally.
3. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and paprika.
4. Cover and bake at 325 degrees F for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 30 minutes more or until done.

NUTRITION INFO (per breast)
Calories: 158.6
Fat: 1.6 g
Carbohydrates: 8.4 g
Protein: 28.0 g

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  • Juliebean_1027
    Juliebean_1027 Posts: 713 Member
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    Serves: 4

    Using skinless chicken breasts means this tangy dish is lower in saturated fat and cholesterol.

    INGREDIENTS
    1-1/2 lb. chicken breast, skinned and fat removed
    1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
    1/2 cup fresh sliced lemon peel
    3 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
    1 medium onion, sliced
    1/4 teaspoon salt
    Black pepper to taste
    1/2 teaspoon paprika

    DIRECTIONS
    1. Place chicken in 13x9x2" glass baking dish.
    2. Mix lemon juice, lemon peel, oregano, and onions. Pour over chicken, cover and marinate in refrigerator several hours or overnight, turning occasionally.
    3. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and paprika.
    4. Cover and bake at 325 degrees F for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 30 minutes more or until done.

    NUTRITION INFO (per breast)
    Calories: 158.6
    Fat: 1.6 g
    Carbohydrates: 8.4 g
    Protein: 28.0 g

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