Description
Lemon Pepper Chicken is a vibrant and easy dish that brings zesty flavors to your dinner table in just 30 minutes. This recipe features crispy chicken cutlets coated in a delightful blend of lemon oil and black pepper, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The bright citrus notes paired with the kick of black pepper elevate the chicken to new heights, ensuring your family will love every bite. Serve it alongside fresh vegetables, a light salad, or fluffy rice for a complete meal that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breast cutlets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Zest from 3 lemons
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil and lemon zest; set aside.
- In another bowl, combine flour, panko breadcrumbs, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, and stir well.
- Heat remaining olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Coat chicken cutlets in lemon oil, then dredge in the breading mixture until fully covered.
- Cook the cutlets in the hot skillet for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add lemon slices during the last few minutes of cooking for extra flavor.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet (about 130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg