Quick and Easy Chicken Dinner When You Forget to Thaw the Chicken

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Quick and Easy Chicken Dinner When You Forget to Thaw the Chicken
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on October 25, 2023

This recipe is for those times when you forget to thaw the chicken but still want to make a delicious dinner. Using frozen chicken, you can whip up a tasty and satisfying meal in no time. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of patience, you can have a flavorful chicken dinner on the table without any thawing hassle.

Ingredients

  • 4 frozen chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 lemon, sliced

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the frozen chicken breasts in a baking dish.
  3. Drizzle the chicken with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the chicken broth into the baking dish and place the lemon slices on top of the chicken.
  5. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Remove the foil and broil the chicken for an additional 3-5 minutes to brown the top.
  7. Serve the chicken with the pan juices and lemon slices.
  8. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Using frozen chicken can actually help to lock in moisture and result in tender and juicy meat.
  • The lemon slices add a bright and citrusy flavor to the dish, cutting through the richness of the chicken.
  • Feel free to customize the seasoning with your favorite herbs and spices.