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A serving of savory lemon pepper chicken, perfectly seasoned and cooked.

Quick way to grow your perfect Lemon Pepper Chicken

This recipe provides a speedy route to a flavorful lemon pepper chicken that's perfect for any occasion. It combines tangy lemon with pungent black pepper for a delightful main course.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lemon juiced and zested
Optional Garnish
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat dry chicken breasts and season generously with lemon pepper seasoning.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  2. Remove chicken from skillet. Deglaze the pan with lemon juice and zest, scraping up any browned bits.
Serving
  1. Slice chicken and drizzle with the pan sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon pepper seasoning and a touch of olive oil for at least 30 minutes before cooking.