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Easy Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe

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This Easy Lemon Pepper Chicken recipe features tender, pan-seared chicken breasts coated in a zesty lemon pepper seasoning and finished with a simple, flavorful lemon garlic sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a perfect weeknight meal that combines juicy chicken with a bright, buttery sauce and fresh herbs for a deliciously satisfying dish.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.3 lbs total)
  • 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1/8 tsp freshly cracked black pepper

Cooking & Sauce

  • 1 Tbsp cooking oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 Tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Fillet the Chicken: Use a sharp knife to carefully fillet the chicken breasts into two thinner pieces or use thin-cut chicken breasts to ensure even cooking.
  2. Coat the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and lemon pepper seasoning. Sprinkle the mixture over both sides of the chicken pieces, then rub it in until fully coated for a flavorful crust.
  3. Sear the Chicken: Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the skillet and oil are very hot, add the chicken and cook until golden brown on each side, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the cooked chicken to a clean plate and cover to keep warm.
  4. Sauté Garlic: Add butter and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about one minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.
  5. Create the Sauce: Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and whisk to dissolve all the browned bits from the bottom. Add the lemon juice and let the sauce simmer for 3-5 minutes until it slightly reduces. Taste and add salt if desired.
  6. Combine and Serve: Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over it. Allow the chicken to heat through. Finish by seasoning with freshly cracked black pepper and sprinkling fresh chopped parsley if using. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Filleting chicken breasts into thinner pieces helps them cook evenly and faster.
  • The sauce can be adjusted in acidity by adding more or less lemon juice to taste.
  • Fresh parsley is optional but adds a nice fresh color and flavor.
  • Use a non-stick or well-seasoned skillet to prevent sticking during searing.
  • Do not overcrowd the skillet when cooking the chicken to ensure a crispy exterior.

Find it online: https://recipefeastful.com/easy-lemon-pepper-chicken-recipe/