Easy Lovely Lemon Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until lightly browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
3. Add the garlic, lemon juice, oregano, and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Transfer the chicken and sauce to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.

Interesting Facts

• This dish is a great source of lean protein.
• Lemon juice helps to tenderize the chicken and adds a bright flavor.
• Adding herbs like oregano and basil will give the dish an Italian flavor.