This Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken recipe is one of the best ways to cook marinated chicken. The lemon pepper marinade infuses so much flavor into chicken breast, then just put it in the oven to bake into the most tender and juicy meal!
What’s in This Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe?
This baked lemon pepper chicken is one of the easiest and most delicious recipes for weeknight dinners! The lemon pepper marinade is quick to throw together, and marinating the chicken breast is hands-off.
- Lemon Pepper Marinade: Made with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and lemon pepper seasoning, this easy marinade adds so much flavor!
- Chicken: We used boneless, skinless chicken breasts, but this marinade is great on every part of a chicken!
- Butter: Melted unsalted butter helps keep the chicken moist and tender as it bakes in the oven.
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How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover baked lemon pepper chicken in an airtight container, or a resealable bag. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
How to Freeze
To freeze, let the chicken cool completely. Then wrap each breast in foil (this helps to prevent freezer burn), and place them in resealable, freezer-safe bags. They will keep up to 3 months. Just defrost and bake!
Notes from the Test Kitchen
The whole family will love this marinated baked lemon pepper chicken recipe. The simple yet bold flavor will leave everyone wanting more and more. It’s quick and delicious, the perfect combination for weeknight dinners!
Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup Balsamic Lemon Pepper Chicken Marinade (click for recipe)
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
Instructions
- Prepare your marinade according to linked recipe instructions. Place marinade in a bag and add all four chicken breasts. Place in the fridge to marinate for 30-60 minutes.1 cup Balsamic Lemon Pepper Chicken Marinade, 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- When ready to cook, preheat your oven to 450°F.
- Remove the marinated chicken from the bag and add in a single layer to a 9×13 baking dish.
- Pour the melted butter over the four chicken breasts.1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Pour the rest of the marinade from the bag into the dish/over the chicken.1 cup Balsamic Lemon Pepper Chicken Marinade
- Cook for 15-18 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature reaches at least 165°F).
- Remove from the oven and allow to rest in the pan for 10 minutes.
Notes
- Be sure to fully preheat the oven for best results.
- Take a mallet or a meat tenderizer and give the chicken a few wacks. This will level out the meat ao that it cooks evenly, eliminating the risk of some parts cooking faster than others.
- Arrange lemon pepper chicken in single layer in the baking dish and give them space. More space allows the hot air to circulate on all sides of the chicken so that it roasts up nicely.
- Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165F. I highly suggest using an instant read meat thermometer to make sure it’s fully cooked.
- Let marinated chicken breast rest for 10 minutes before serving.
How to Make Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Step by Step
Marinate the Chicken: Prepare your marinade according to the linked recipe instructions. Place 1 cup of the marinade in a bag and add all 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Place in the fridge to marinate for 30-60 minutes.
Coat the Chicken in Butter: When ready to cook, preheat your oven to 450°F. Remove the marinated chicken from the bag and add in a single layer to a 9×13 baking dish. Pour 1 tablespoon of melted unsalted butter over the four chicken breasts.
Pour the Marinade Over the Chicken: Pour the rest of the marinade from the bag into the dish/over the chicken.
Bake the Chicken: Cook for 15-18 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature reaches at least 165°F). Remove from the oven and allow to rest in the pan for 10 minutes.
More Marinated Chicken Recipes We Love
- Yogurt Marinated Chicken
- Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks
- Chimichurri Chicken
- Easy Jerk Chicken
- Chipotle Lime Chicken
When it says a cup of the marinade does that mean I need to 4x the recipe link for the marinade itself?
The marinade recipe should yield just about 1/2 cup, so you should only need to double it!
The best chicken marinade! It made the most delicious chicken!