Lemon Pepper Chicken
Juicy chicken in a tangy lemon pepper sauce, ready in 25 minutes.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken:
- 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- For the Lemon Pepper Sauce:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup lemon juice fresh
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp honey optional
- For Garnish Optional:
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon slices
Instructions
- Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces or thin cutlets and pat dry. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then coat with flour.
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden and 165°F internally.
- Mix lemon juice, lemon zest, black pepper, chicken broth, and honey in a small bowl.
- Add 2 tbsp butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Pour in the sauce and simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
- Check chicken is 165°F internally. Simmer longer if sauce is too thin.
- Sprinkle with parsley and lemon slices, if using. Serve hot with rice or vegetables.
Notes
Nutrition Info (per serving):
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Protein: 33g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 5g
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g Values are approximate.