Lemon pepper chicken
Lemon pepper chicken is a delicious dish made by seasoning chicken with a mixture of lemon zest, black pepper, salt, and sometimes other herbs and spices. It's usually grilled, baked, or fried to create a flavorful and zesty dish.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the lemon zest, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and rosemary to create your lemon pepper seasoning.
- Rub the olive oil over the chicken breasts, then sprinkle the lemon pepper seasoning on both sides of the chicken, pressing it into the meat.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve your delicious Lemon Pepper Chicken with your favorite sides like rice, veggies, or salad.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 330kcal (17%)Carbohydrates: 3g (1%)Protein: 48g (96%)Fat: 13g (20%)Saturated Fat: 2g (13%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 145mg (48%)Sodium: 845mg (37%)Potassium: 877mg (25%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 88IU (2%)Vitamin C: 7mg (8%)Calcium: 30mg (3%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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