Description
This Lemon Pepper Chicken recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of zesty lemon, aromatic black pepper, and savory garlic creates a delicious marinade for the chicken breasts. Serve this dish with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Marinade:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1½ teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry and pound to an even thickness if needed.
- Make the Marinade: Mix olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt in a small bowl. Rub the mixture all over the chicken breasts and let marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a little oil if needed and cook the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Rest and Garnish: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices before serving.
- Serve: Enjoy your Lemon Pepper Chicken hot with your choice of sides.
Notes
- For a bolder flavor, let the chicken marinate longer.
- You can also bake the chicken at 400°F (204°C) for 20–25 minutes if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
