Oil free chicken breast recipes

Certainly! Here are two delicious and easy oil-free chicken breast recipes:

1. Lemon Garlic Herb Grilled Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 lemons
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
2. Squeeze the juice of one lemon into the herb mixture and stir to form a paste.
3. Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish and spread the lemon herb mixture over the chicken, coating it evenly. You can use your hands to massage the mixture into the chicken for better flavor penetration.
4. Slice the other lemon into rounds.
5. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
6. Grill the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
7. During the last few minutes of grilling, add the lemon rounds to the grill and cook until they have grill marks.
8. Remove the chicken and lemon rounds from the grill and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

2. Baked Herb-Crusted Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs if preferred)
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, dried thyme, dried rosemary, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Brush each chicken breast with Dijon mustard, ensuring they are evenly coated.
4. Press each chicken breast into the breadcrumb mixture, covering them with the herb crust.
5. Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
7. Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving.

These oil-free chicken breast recipes are packed with flavor and a healthier alternative to traditional oil-heavy cooking methods. Enjoy!