Description
This Lemon Pepper Chicken recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The zesty lemon pairs beautifully with the savory chicken, creating a delicious meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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For the Lemon Pepper Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ cup chicken broth
For Garnish (optional):
- chopped fresh parsley
- lemon slices
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts: Flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Season the chicken: Rub both sides of the chicken with lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet. Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare the sauce: In the same skillet, add chicken broth, lemon juice, and zest. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Finish cooking: Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for 2 more minutes, spooning the sauce over the chicken.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with parsley and lemon slices before serving hot.
Notes
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
- For a creamier dish, stir in ¼ cup heavy cream at the end.
- Bone-in chicken thighs can be used with adjusted cooking time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
