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Lemon Pepper Chicken

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A quick and flavorful dish featuring succulent chicken breasts seasoned with lemon and pepper, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can be substituted with avocado oil
  • 1 piece lemon, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • to taste tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Pat the chicken breasts dry using paper towels. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of each chicken breast.
Cooking
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  2. Place the lemon slices on top and around the chicken in the skillet. Add the pieces of butter around the chicken.
  3. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  4. Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  5. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your delicious Lemon Pepper Chicken!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 44gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 500mgSugar: 1g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. For longer storage, freeze for up to three months. Marinating the chicken in seasoning for an hour or two can enhance flavor further.
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