Lemon Chicken

By littlefish

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon rind
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon coarse salt
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh parsley
• 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 4 (6-ounce) chicken breasts

Preparation

Step 1

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375F.

Combine all ingredients except chicken in a blender and blend until emulsified.

Combine chicken and marinade in a nonreactive bowl or dish. Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours.

Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken (discar marinade), and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Turn chicken over and transfer pan to the oven. Roast about 15 minutes, until thoroughly cooked. Serves 4.

Recipe by Chef Azmin Ghahreman.