Lemon Pepper Chicken: Easy Recipe for Juicy Weeknight Dinners
A quick and flavorful Lemon Pepper Chicken recipe perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, lemon pepper seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours or overnight.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Lemon Pepper Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Weeknight Dinner, Easy Chicken Recipe