Quick and Easy Lemon Pepper Chicken

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly flavorful, this Quick and Easy Lemon Pepper Chicken is your new go-to recipe for a fast yet satisfying dinner. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this dish features tender, pan-seared chicken breasts infused with fragrant lemon juice, zesty lemon zest, and a perfectly balanced seasoning of black pepper, garlic powder, and salt. A drizzle of olive oil ensures a beautifully golden crust, while a touch of fresh parsley adds an optional pop of color and freshness. Ready in under 30 minutes, this one-pan recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables, a crisp side salad, or fluffy rice. Elevate your weeknight cooking with this easy, healthy, and crowd-pleasing chicken recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 whole lemon
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and cover them with plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet to pound the chicken to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.

Step 2

Season both sides of each chicken breast with salt, ground black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 3

Zest the lemon to obtain about 1 teaspoon of zest. Then, cut the lemon in half and juice one half. Reserve the other half for garnish or additional juice, if needed.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, place the seasoned chicken breasts into the skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes on the first side, without moving them, until golden brown.

Step 6

Flip the chicken and cook on the other side for an additional 5-6 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Step 7

In the last minute of cooking, drizzle the lemon juice over the chicken and sprinkle the lemon zest on top.

Step 8

Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 3 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately. Pair with a side of roasted vegetables, salad, or rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(443.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	849.4

Total Fat 40.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 2620.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 108.8g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 65.8mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 1012.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.2%

Protein: 52.4%

Carbs: 3.4%