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A close-up of a perfectly cooked lemon pepper chicken breast

Quick way to grow your perfect Lemon Pepper Chicken

This lemon pepper chicken recipe is perfect for a quick and flavorful meal. It features tender chicken breasts seasoned with zesty lemon and cracked black pepper, then seared to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 zested and juiced lemon
  • 1 tablespoons, freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish) parsley, fresh

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Tongs
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels; then, season both sides with salt, garlic powder, lemon zest, and cracked black pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully place the seasoned chicken breasts in the hot skillet.
Searing
  1. Sear the chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C).
Finishing
  1. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for a few minutes. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the lemon and spice mixture for 30 minutes before cooking. Ensure your skillet is hot before adding the chicken to get a good sear.