Baked Italian Lemon Chicken Foil Packet
This baked Italian lemon chicken foil packet is a healthy and flavorful dinner made with juicy chicken, fresh vegetables, and zesty lemon seasoning. A quick and easy foil packet recipe perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 zucchini sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 bell pepper sliced
- ½ red onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional Add-Ons
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley or basil
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut two large pieces of foil and lightly grease them.
- Place one chicken breast in the center of each foil sheet.
- Add zucchini, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and garlic around the chicken.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper evenly.
- Fold and seal the foil tightly to form packets.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 25–30 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
- Carefully open packets, garnish if desired, and serve.
Notes
- Ensure chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) internally.
- Cut vegetables evenly for consistent cooking.
- Seal foil tightly to retain moisture and flavor.
- Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months.