Lemon Pepper Chicken Breasts
A simple and flavorful dish featuring succulent chicken breasts marinated in zesty lemon and pepper.
- 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 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 lemons (juiced and zested)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine the juices and zest of lemons with olive oil, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- Coat the chicken breasts in the lemon mixture in a baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for extra flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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