Description
Lemon Pepper Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together the zesty brightness of fresh lemons and the bold spice of black pepper. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, allowing you to whip up a satisfying meal in just under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 fresh lemons (zested and juiced)
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Zest and juice the lemons into a bowl; reserve half of the juice.
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice from one lemon, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Add chicken breasts and coat evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Remove chicken from skillet; add chicken broth and remaining lemon juice to the pan. Scrape up brown bits and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Serve chicken drizzled with sauce alongside your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken overnight. - Fresh herbs like parsley or basil make excellent garnishes. - To spice things up, add crushed red pepper flakes to the marinade.