Description
Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken breasts seasoned with zesty lemon, garlic, and warm spices. It’s easy to prepare, light yet satisfying, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh preferred)
- 1½ teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, and salt.
- Place chicken breasts in the baking dish and brush or rub the seasoning mixture evenly over each one.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and juices run clear.
- Garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley if desired. Serve with vegetables, salad, or rice.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
- Add red pepper flakes or cayenne for heat.
- Swap lemon with lime for a different twist.
- Stir in melted butter for extra richness.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top for a cheesy crust.
- Marinate chicken for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
