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Egyptian Lemon Chicken Recipe

Yields1 ServingPrep Time10 minsCook Time1 hrTotal Time1 hr 10 mins

?Egyptian lemon chicken is a dish made with chicken, lemon juice, and spices. The chicken is usually marinated in the lemon juice and spices before being cooked.

 2 small chickens, cut into serving size pieces
 4 tablespoons olive oil
 rind and juice of 1 lemon
 1 minced garlic clove
 ½ teaspoon thyme
  salt
  pepper
  butter
 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
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Place chicken in shallow bowl. Sprinkle with olive oil, garlic, lemon rind, lemon juice, thyme, salt and pepper. Marinate for at lest 2 hours, turning occasionally. Place chicken and marinade in buttered baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until tender, basting frequently. Remove from oven and sprinkle with parsley. Serve immediately.