Glazed Microwave Chicken

Prep: 5 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

A quick and flavorful microwave chicken dish featuring lemon slices and spicy mustard, perfect for a tangy, savory meal ready in minutes and suitable for busy weeknights.

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Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breast halves
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 8 lemons
  • 1/3 cup mustard
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle the chicken breast halves with paprika.
  2. Place 2 lemon slices on each chicken piece.
  3. Arrange the chicken in a circular microwave dish with the meaty side outward and ribs toward the center.
  4. Cover loosely with wax paper.
  5. Microwave on high for about 10 minutes, turning the dish after 5 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

207 kcal 10% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 12g 24% DV
Total Fat 7.3g 9% DV
Carbs 35.9g 13% DV
Fiber 22g 79% DV
Sugar 3.8g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 296.8mg 13% DV
Potassium 1161.3mg 25% DV
Cholesterol 12.8mg 4% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 616.5mcg 69% DV
Vitamin C 1.1mg 1% DV
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 209.5mg 16% DV
Iron 12.2mg 68% DV
Diet fit High-fiber Under 400 cal

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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