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Plated lemon pepper chicken breast with creamy mashed potatoes and green beans

Easy Lemon Pepper Chicken Breast

5 from 1 vote
Aliana Recipes
This pan-seared lemon pepper chicken features a crisp, golden crust and a buttery, zesty sauce. It’s a bright, flavorful dinner that uses pantry staples and is ready in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings:4 Breast
Course:Dinner
Cuisine:American
Calories:280kcal
Cost:$10
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 thin cut boneless skinless chicken breasts Pounded even for uniform cooking
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour Creates the crust
  • 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning Adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon salt Plus more for finishing
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil For frying
  • 2 tablespoon unsalted butter Adds richness to sauce
  • 2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice Brightens the dish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped For garnish
  • lemon slices Optional garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet Stainless steel or non-stick
  • 1 Tongs For flipping chicken
  • 1 Shallow dish For flour mixture
  • 1 Whisk For mixing sauce
  • 1 Meat mallet To flatten chicken

Method
 

  1. Whisk the flour, lemon pepper seasoning, and salt together in a shallow dish until well combined.
  2. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure an even coating on all sides.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers but does not smoke.
  4. Cook the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until the crust is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover it loosely with foil to keep it warm while you make the sauce.
  6. Melt the butter in the same pan, scraping up any browned bits, then whisk in the lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
  7. Return the chicken to the pan, spooning the buttery sauce over the top, and garnish with parsley and lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 180g (1 piece)Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 26gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 0.5gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use thin-cut chicken breasts or pound regular breasts to an even thickness; this ensures they cook quickly and stay juicy without drying out.