Description
Step into a world of zesty delight with our Lemon Pepper Chicken! In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a dish that’s a delightful mix of sharp lemon tang and a spicy pepper kick, sure to become a family favorite in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- zest of 3 lemons
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 4 chicken breast cutlets
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon (cut into 1/4-inch thick slices)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl or rectangular dish, combine the olive oil and lemon zest. Set aside.
- Step 2: In a small bowl or rectangular dish, combine the flour, bread crumbs, pepper, garlic powder, salt, parsley, and paprika. Set aside.
- Step 3: Set a large deep skillet over medium heat and add the remaining olive oil.
- Step 4: Take each chicken cutlet and dip both sides in the olive oil mixture, then in the breading. Place onto a plate or piece of aluminum foil. Repeat with the remaining cutlets.
- Step 5: Place the cutlets into the pan and cook on one side for 5-6 minutes before flipping. Continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes. Place the lemon slices in the pan and continue cooking until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit (71 degrees Celsius).
- Step 6: Remove from the skillet and place on a cooling rack. Let rest for 2-3 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Notes
The chicken must be thin to be cooked thoroughly in a timely manner to prevent the breading from burning. Do not add lemon slices until the last 5 minutes of cooking. For maximum crispiness, serve immediately. To store, cool completely and cover with foil in the refrigerator. To reheat, bake at 400°F for 20 minutes covered with foil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 531 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 874 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.03 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 51 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg