Baked Lemon Butter Chicken

Ingredients:

1.5 lbs Chicken pieces (thighs, breasts, drumsticks)

1/4 cup Butter, melted

1/4 cup Lemon juice (fresh is best)

2 cloves Garlic, minced

1 tsp Dried Italian herbs

1/2 tsp Salt

1/4 tsp Black pepper

Optional: Lemon slices, fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat: Oven to 400°F (200°C).

Prep Sauce: In a bowl, mix melted butter, lemon juice, garlic, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.

Coat Chicken: Place chicken in a baking dish. Pour sauce over chicken, ensuring each piece is coated.

Bake: Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Optional: Garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley after baking.

Serve: Enjoy hot with your favorite sides (rice, roasted veggies, salad).

Key Points for Success:

Don't Overbake: Chicken can dry out if baked too long. Use a meat thermometer for best results.

Fresh Lemon: Fresh lemon juice will give the best flavor.

Adjust Seasoning: Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper to your preference.

Basting (Optional): For extra flavor, baste the chicken with pan juices halfway through cooking.