Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe, a quick and easy dish that will impress at any occasion. In just 30 minutes, you can savor crispy chicken cutlets infused with lemon oil and black pepper. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this delightful meal pairs beautifully with fresh vegetables or fluffy rice, ensuring a well-rounded dinner everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breast cutlets
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- Zest of 3 lemons
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil and lemon zest for the lemon oil.
- In another bowl, combine flour, panko, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, dried parsley, and paprika for the breading.
- Heat remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Coat each cutlet in the lemon oil mixture followed by the breading.
- Cook the coated cutlets in the skillet for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add lemon slices during the last few minutes of cooking for extra flavor.
- Let chicken rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet (120g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg