Lemon Pepper Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Lemon Pepper Chicken recipe! Featuring tender, golden-brown chicken breasts marinated in a vibrant blend of zesty lemon juice, aromatic garlic, and robust black pepper, this dish combines bright, citrusy flavors with savory herbs like oregano for a perfectly balanced taste. Searing the chicken in buttery richness before finishing it in the oven ensures a juicy, flavorful bite every time. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy schedules while offering a restaurant-quality meal. Serve your Lemon Pepper Chicken with steamed veggies or fluffy rice for a satisfying, wholesome dinner that’s sure to impress! Keywords: Lemon Pepper Chicken, juicy chicken breasts, easy dinner recipe, flavorful marinade, quick weeknight meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon coarse black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Begin by preparing the chicken breasts. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
In a large bowl, mix together the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, minced garlic, black pepper, salt, and dried oregano.
Rub the mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully coated. Let them marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to infuse.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Once the butter is hot, add the chicken breasts to the pan.
Sear the chicken breasts for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center. An internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) is recommended for fully cooked chicken.
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Enjoy your Lemon Pepper Chicken with a side of steamed vegetables or rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.0 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 163 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 688 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.7 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 54.3 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 507 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
