Lemon Pepper Chicken
A simple yet delightful recipe for flavorful Lemon Pepper Chicken that’s perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder in a mixing bowl.
- Coat each chicken breast thoroughly with the marinade.
- Arrange the coated chicken breasts in a baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through and juices run clear.
- Rest the chicken for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Marinate chicken for a few hours or overnight for enhanced flavor. Use fresh lemons for the best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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