Express Lemon Pepper Chicken (Printable Version)
Tender chicken with bright lemon and pepper, ready in minutes for a fresh and satisfying main dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Poultry
01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Seasonings
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - Zest of 1/2 lemon
04 - Juice of 1/2 lemon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - Salt, to taste
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Pat chicken breasts dry using paper towels to ensure even browning.
02 - Generously season both sides with garlic powder, salt, freshly ground black pepper, and lemon zest.
03 - Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
04 - Place chicken in the skillet and sear for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
05 - Drizzle lemon juice over the chicken during the final minute of cooking to enhance flavor.
06 - Remove skillet from heat. Let chicken rest for 2 minutes before slicing and serving hot.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Ready in just fifteen minutes from start to finish
- Simple wholesome ingredients you likely already have
- Fresh lemon and black pepper give it a vibrant kick
- No marinating required so perfect for a last-minute meal
- Chicken stays juicy every time with this skillet technique
02 -
- Naturally gluten free and dairy free
- High protein and low carb so fits many diets
- Perfect for meal prep as it reheats beautifully
- Chicken breasts are my favorite because they cook so fast and stay so juicy when finished with lemon
03 -
- Drying the chicken is key to a crisp golden crust
- Always zest your lemon before you juice it
- Resting the chicken after cooking locks in the juices and keeps the meat tender