Lemon Organic Chicken

Looking to add a little zest to your classic chicken recipe? This lemon organic chicken is packed with flavor and a perfect dish for all year! A citrus blast of lemon and a dash of sweetness from honey creates a blend of flavors that will elevate even the most basic of plates. Lay this chicken over a bed of rice or pair with a medley of in-season vegetables (summer squash & zucchini are two of our favorites!)

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 lemons sliced thin
• 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• Fresh Rosemary – to taste
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Smart Balance
• 1/3 cup Organic chicken broth or dry white wine
• 2-3 cloves garlic or 2 teaspoons minced garlic

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees and grease a baking sheet or large casserole dish.
2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook chicken 2-3 minutes on each side just until browned. Transfer chicken to prepared baking sheet.
3. In a small bowl whisk together chicken broth, lemon juice, honey, garlic, thyme and salt and pepper.
4. Pour sauce over chicken and add fresh rosemary and lemon slices
5. Bake 20-30 minutes (closer to 20 for smaller chicken breasts, closer to 30 for larger) until chicken is cooked through.
6. Every 5-10 minutes spoon the sauce from the pan over the chicken.