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Baked Lemon Butter Chicken

Baked Lemon Butter Chicken for a Flavor-Packed Family Feast

This Baked Lemon Butter Chicken recipe is a flavor-packed dish perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 8 pieces Dark Meat Chicken Pieces drumsticks and thighs preferred
  • 2 tsp Kosher Salt adjust based on taste
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika regular paprika can be substituted
  • 1 tbsp Montreal Chicken Seasoning or any favorite seasoning
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Butter unsalted recommended
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion, minced shallots can be a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Flat Leaf Parsley, chopped can be omitted or replaced
  • 1 tbsp Garlic, minced garlic powder is an alternative
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock homemade or low sodium is ideal
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice lemon zest can also be added
  • 1 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese freshly grated avoids clumping
  • 1/3 cup Heavy Whipping Cream non-dairy alternatives may be used

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Trim excess fat from the chicken pieces and season with salt, paprika, and Montreal seasoning.
  3. Combine butter, red onion, parsley, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
  4. Rub the butter mixture over the seasoned chicken and arrange in a baking dish.
  5. Pour chicken stock and lemon juice around the chicken in the dish.
  6. Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the chicken.
  7. Bake uncovered for approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes or until fork-tender.
  8. Optionally, raise the temperature to 400°F for the last 15 minutes for crispy skin.
  9. Check for doneness with a meat thermometer; aim for 165°F.
  10. Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 38gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow chicken to rest before serving and consider pairing with rice or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

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