Description
This Delicious Lemon Pepper Chicken recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of zesty lemon, aromatic spices, and juicy chicken creates a satisfying and light dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts: Pound the chicken breasts to even thickness for quicker, even cooking.
- Prepare the seasoning: In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and paprika. Rub the mixture all over the chicken breasts.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and garnish: Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
- You can marinate the chicken for up to 2 hours for more intense flavor.
- For extra juiciness, use chicken thighs instead of breasts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
