Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe
A simple and flavorful Lemon Pepper Chicken recipe featuring tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts coated with zesty lemon pepper seasoning and baked to juicy perfection. Perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-30 minutes
- Total Time: 30-40 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Chicken
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Seasoning & Oil
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning (store bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400℉ to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the chicken evenly.
- Prepare Chicken: Brush each chicken breast with extra virgin olive oil on both sides to help the seasoning stick and keep the chicken moist.
- Season Chicken: Generously sprinkle both sides of the chicken breasts with lemon pepper seasoning for a zesty and peppery flavor.
- Bake Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a baking or casserole dish and bake for 20 minutes, or 30 minutes if the breasts are larger, until the internal temperature reaches 165℉ to ensure they are fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Rest Chicken: Remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for 10 minutes. This resting period lets the juices redistribute within the meat, keeping it tender and juicy.
- Serve: Slice the chicken as desired, serve immediately, and enjoy a delicious, healthy meal.
Notes
- You can make your own lemon pepper seasoning by mixing lemon zest, cracked black pepper, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken breasts in olive oil and lemon pepper seasoning for 30 minutes before baking.
- Use a meat thermometer to accurately check the internal temperature for perfectly cooked chicken.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be used in salads or sandwiches.
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