Description
A zesty and comforting Lemon Pepper Chicken Breast recipe that brings bold flavors and simplicity together, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Chicken Breasts
- 2 Lemons (juiced and zested)
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil (extra virgin recommended)
- 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 Teaspoon Salt (kosher or sea salt)
- 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Onion Powder
- Fresh Parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Whisk until well blended.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the lemon mixture over them.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For more intense flavor, marinate the chicken in the lemon mixture for 30 minutes to an hour before baking. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg