Description
Lemon Pepper Chicken is a delightful dish that bursts with zesty lemon flavor and a hint of heat from cracked black pepper. This easy-to-follow recipe features tender, juicy chicken marinated to perfection, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a satisfying meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 fresh lemons (juiced and zested)
- 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and place them in a bowl. In another bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Pour the marinade over the chicken and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Arrange the marinated chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle with remaining marinade and pair with vegetables or salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 145mg