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Lemon Chicken Foil Packets Recipe

These oven-baked lemon chicken foil packets are just so easy and so delicious! Succulent chicken with potatoes, onions, and fresh lemons are all wrapped up in foil for a simple all-in-one meal.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 664kcal
Author: Becky Hardin

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts *
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning divided
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper divided
  • ½ teaspoon ground paprika divided
  • 4 cups baby potatoes sliced into ¼ inch rounds**
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon sliced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375℉.
  • Season chicken breasts with ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, ¼ teaspoon paprika, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Set aside.
    4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon ground paprika, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
    4 raw chicken breasts seasoned with salt, pepper, and paprika on a wooden cutting board.
  • Add potatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, and remaining seasonings to a bowl. Toss to coat.
    4 cups baby potatoes, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, ¼ cup olive oil
    tossing seasoned sliced potatoes and onions in a bowl.
  • Grab 4 pieces of nonstick foil. Spray the middle of each sheet with nonstick spray. To each sheet, place ¼ of the potato mixture.
    seasoned sliced potatoes and onions on a greased piece of aluminum foil.
  • Top with a chicken breast, lemon slices, and 1 tablespoon butter.
    1 lemon, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
    seasoned sliced potatoes and onions topped with a seasoned raw chicken breast, 2 lemon slices, and a pat of butter on greased aluminum foil.
  • Fold the left and right sides of the foil to touch in the center.
    folding an aluminum foil packet up to meet in the center.
  • Roll this down towards the chicken to seal. Roll in the top and bottom to finish the seal. Repeat with the remaining packets.
    rolling up the top of an aluminum foil packet to form a tight seal.
  • Transfer the packets to a sheet pan. Bake for 35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender.
    4 aluminum foil chicken packets on a baking sheet.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired, and enjoy!
    an opened lemon chicken foil packet showing the juicy cooked chicken over veggies.

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Notes

*I created and tested this recipe using boneless chicken breasts. If you prefer to use thighs, you will need to adjust the cooking time.
**Fingerling or baby potatoes both work well. Cutting potatoes evenly (into ¼-inch rounds) ensures they cook at the same rate as the chicken. Uneven slices can lead to undercooked potatoes.
Tips:
  • Make sure to spray the middle of each sheet of foil with nonstick spray.
  • Remember that each foil packet is for one serving, so stuff accordingly.
  • You can check the doneness of the chicken by sticking a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken, if it's reading at least 165°F then you are good.
  • I recommend letting the packets rest for 5 minutes after baking before opening. This lets juices redistribute and avoids dry chicken.
Grilling Instructions: To cook these foil packets on the grill, place them on a hot grill and cook for about 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender.
Make-Ahead: You can prep these foil packets up to 1 day in advance and place the sealed packets in the refrigerator until you're ready to cook them.
Storage: Store chicken foil packets tightly closed in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 664kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 53g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 959mg | Potassium: 1810mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 558IU | Vitamin C: 61mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 3mg