Zesty Lemon Pepper Chicken
A delightful dish bursting with flavor, combining zesty lemons and bold pepper, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Juice and zest of 2 fresh lemons
- 2 tablespoons freshly cracked black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, and freshly cracked black pepper until combined.
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and coat thoroughly with the marinade. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Bake the chicken for about 20-25 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve drizzled with any remaining marinade.
Notes
For more tenderness, ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness and marinate longer if possible.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/lemon-pepper-chicken/
