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Description
Savor the vibrant zest of lemon paired with peppery notes in this quick lemon pepper chicken. Tender chicken breasts cooked to juicy perfection, enriched with a buttery lemon sauce that makes every bite delightful. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a perfect meal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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- 2 large chicken breasts (about 1 ½ pounds)
- 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder (or flour of choice)
- 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
- ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- optional: garnish with freshly chopped parsley and lemon slices
Instructions
- Begin by slicing the chicken breasts in half horizontally.
- In a small bowl, combine the arrowroot powder, lemon pepper seasoning, and salt, mixing well.
- Evenly distribute the seasoning mixture on both sides of the chicken, pressing it in firmly.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Add the chicken and sear for 3 to 4 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 to 165°F. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
- In the same pan, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds. Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, allowing the sauce to reduce for a minute or two.
- Return the chicken to the pan, spooning the sauce over the top. Finish by garnishing with lemon zest and, if desired, chopped parsley and lemon slices.
Notes
TECHNIQUE TIP: Enhance the sauce by adding a splash of white wine and extra garlic to elevate the flavor.
STORAGE: Store leftover lemon pepper chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
SUBSTITUTION: Replace arrowroot powder with cornstarch or all-purpose flour for a similar thickening effect.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 259 kcal
- Sugar: 0.4 g
- Sodium: 428 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 87 mg
