Lemon Mustard Chicken

The chicken is brushed with a lemon and mustard sauce, rolled in bread crumbs, and baked. Serve on a warm platter with sliced lemons and limes and chopped parsley for an elegant presentation.

• Calories: 390 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons butter
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
• ¼ teaspoon curry powder
• 5 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 cup dried bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
• 1 lemon - sliced, for garnish
• 5 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 4 tablespoons prepared mustard
• 6 chicken thighs

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine lemon and lime juices with the prepared mustard. Brush over chicken. Set aside.

Step 2

Combine bread crumbs, salt, pepper, curry powder, oregano, and grated lemon peel. Roll chicken in crumb mix, coating well.

Step 3

In a heavy baking pan or iron skillet, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Place chicken in pan, skin side down.

Step 4

Place in a preheated 350 degree F (175 degree C) oven. Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Turn chicken and bake until tender, about 30 more minutes. Serve on a warm platter with sliced lemons and chopped parsley, if desired.