Lemon Pepper Chicken
A flavorful and easy Lemon Pepper Chicken recipe that's perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Chicken Breasts Boneless, skinless
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil Extra virgin
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
- 1 tbsp Lemon Zest From one lemon
- 1 tbsp Black Pepper Coarsely ground
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the lemon pepper mixture over them, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Serve with your favorite sides such as roasted vegetables or rice.