Description
Elevate your dinner game with this easy Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe, bursting with zesty flavors and a crispy texture. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests on special occasions. The combination of fresh lemon and bold black pepper creates a delightful balance that pairs beautifully with a variety of sides.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for cooking)
- 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
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 4 chicken breast cutlets
- 1 lemon, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix 3 tablespoons olive oil with the zest of 3 lemons. Set aside.
- Combine flour, panko breadcrumbs, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, dried parsley, and paprika in another bowl.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add more olive oil.
- Dip each chicken cutlet into the lemon oil mixture and then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Cook the breaded cutlets in the skillet for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add lemon slices during the last few minutes of cooking to caramelize.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160°F before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg