Description
Indulge in the bright, zesty flavors of our Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe, a quick and delightful dish ready in just 30 minutes. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, featuring crispy chicken cutlets coated in a delectable blend of lemon oil and black pepper. Serve it with fresh vegetables, a light salad, or fluffy rice for a well-rounded meal that everyone will adore. With its impressive presentation and bold flavors, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!
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
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the lemon oil by mixing olive oil and lemon zest in a small bowl; set aside.
- In another bowl, combine flour, panko breadcrumbs, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, dried parsley, and paprika.
- Heat remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Coat each chicken cutlet in the lemon oil followed by the breading mixture until fully covered.
- Cook cutlets in the skillet for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add lemon slices during the last few minutes of cooking for extra flavor.
- Let the chicken rest briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg