Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe, a quick and delightful dish perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy crispy chicken cutlets infused with zesty lemon and aromatic black pepper. This recipe combines fresh ingredients to create a meal that’s not only satisfying but also healthy. Whether served alongside roasted vegetables, fluffy rice, or tossed in a salad, this versatile chicken dish will leave everyone at your table craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breast cutlets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- Zest of 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
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the lemon oil by mixing olive oil and lemon zest in a small bowl.
- In another bowl, combine flour, panko breadcrumbs, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, parsley, and paprika for the breading.
- Heat the skillet over medium heat and add remaining olive oil.
- Dip each cutlet in the lemon oil mixture then coat in the breading mix.
- Cook cutlets in the skillet for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown; add lemon slices during the last few minutes.
- Transfer to a cooling rack to rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet (140g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg