Easy Lemon Pepper Chicken
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Calories: 269
Looking for a quick and delicious dinner idea? Try this easy lemon pepper chicken recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights! This recipe requires simple ingredients like boneless chicken breasts, lemon juice, black pepper, and garlic powder, making it a breeze to prepare.
Indulge in a scrumptious dinner with this easy lemon pepper chicken recipe that's both flavorful and straightforward to prepare. Begin by filleting two boneless, skinless chicken breasts into thinner pieces or opt for thin-cut chicken breasts for quicker cooking. In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and 1 tablespoon of zesty Wurzpott Peppa Lemon seasoning, ensuring each piece of chicken is thoroughly coated with this aromatic blend. Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a spacious skillet over medium heat until sizzling hot. Cook the chicken for approximately 5 minutes per side until achieving a golden brown hue, then transfer to a clean plate and cover to retain warmth.
Next, infuse the skillet with 1 tablespoon of butter and minced garlic, sautéing for about one minute until fragrant. Introduce 1/2 cup of savory chicken broth to the skillet, whisking adeptly to dissolve any flavorful residue adhering to the pan. Incorporate 1 teaspoon of tangy lemon juice into the bubbling sauce, allowing it to simmer gently for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened. Sample the sauce and adjust seasoning to preference, although additional salt is typically unnecessary. Finally, reintroduce the chicken to the skillet, lavishing each piece with the delectable sauce. Allow the chicken to warm through, then garnish with a sprinkle of freshly cracked black pepper and optionally chopped fresh parsley before serving this delightful dish.
Author:
Wurzpott Test Kitchen
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb total)
2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1 Tbsp Wurzpott Peppa Lemon
1 Tbsp cooking oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 Tbsp butter
1 tsp lemon juice
1/8 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Directions
- Carefully fillet two boneless, skinless chicken breasts into thinner pieces or opt for thin-cut breasts.
- In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour with 1 tablespoon of lemon pepper seasoning, ensuring both sides of the chicken are generously coated with this zesty mixture.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot, then cook the chicken for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a clean plate and cover to keep warm.
- In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of butter and minced garlic, sautéing for approximately one minute. Pour in 1/2 cup of chicken broth, whisking to dissolve any browned bits from the skillet's bottom.
- Add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and let the sauce simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the flavorful sauce over the top. Allow the chicken to heat through, then sprinkle with a touch of freshly cracked black pepper and optional chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
Serving Size: Approximately 100 grams
Calories: 269
Fat: 12.3 grams
Saturated Fat: 4.5 grams
Cholesterol: 103 milligrams
Sodium: 264 milligrams
Potassium: 412 milligrams
Carbs: 5.6 grams
Sugar: 0.2 grams
Protein: 33.2 grams