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Keto Baked Lemon Chicken
This delicious, tender and juicy Keto Baked Lemon Chicken has Mediterranean flavors that your family will love!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Inactive 8 hours
Servings 4 people
Calories 324 kcal
Author Caitlin Weeks
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1
whole chicken
order here
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2
whole lemons
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sea salt
to taste
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pepper
to taste, optional
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parsley for garnish
optional for AIP
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Cut the chicken down the back in between the thighs and open it flat on the cutting board.
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Sprinkle salt and pepper all over the chicken on both sides.
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Move the chicken to a large bowl.
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Zest both the lemons over the bowl with the chicken inside.
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Then juice both the lemons and pour the lemon juice all over the chicken.
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Move the chicken around the bowl to make sure it is evenly coated with the lemon juice.
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Transfer the chicken to the refrigerator overnight to marinate.
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
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Place the chicken in a baking dish or pan where it can lay flat, insides facing down.
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Use parchment paper for easy clean up, if desired.
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Bake the chicken for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the juices run clear.
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Remove the chicken from the oven, top with parsley, cut it up and serve.
Nutrition facts based on 4 servings.
Net Carbs: 2 g
Nutrition Facts
Keto Baked Lemon Chicken
Amount Per Serving
Calories 324
Calories from Fat 190
% Daily Value*
Fat 21.1g32%
Potassium 44mg1%
Carbohydrates 2.9g1%
Fiber 0.9g4%
Protein 30.4g61%
Calcium 39mg4%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.