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Lemon Honey Butter Chicken

Looking for a delicious weeknight dinner? This lemon honey butter chicken is tasty and uber simple to make! Paleo, animal-based, gluten-free.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 300kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 2 Tbsp salted butter melted
  • 3 Tbsp honey
  • juice of one lemon
  • salt, pepper and parsley to taste
  • 1 lemon, sliced into rounds for garnishing each piece of chicken optional

Instructions

  • Slice chicken breasts thinly, and add to a large dish for marinating.
  • Mix melted butter, honey, juice of one lemon and salt, pepper and parsley in a small bowl. Whisk together to combine, and pour over the chicken breasts.
  • Cover dish and marinate for a minimum of one hour, but up to 6 hours is preferred.
  • When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350F (170C).
  • Remove chicken breasts and place into a baking sheet. Top with rounds of lemon, if desired. Drizzle each piece with some of the marinade for additional flavor while cooking.
  • Bake until the internal temperature is at least 165F (74C). Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per serving, recipe makes 4 servings): 300 calories, 12 g fat, 14 g carbs, 34 g protein