Description
Learn how to make delicious and juicy Easy Lemon Pepper Chicken at home with this simple recipe. Perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 590 g total) ($6.79)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (30 g) ($0.02)
- 1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning (6 g) ($0.30)
- 1 tbsp cooking oil (15 ml) ($0.04)
- 1 clove garlic, minced ($0.08)
- 120 ml chicken broth (1/2 cup) ($0.07)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (14 g) ($0.14)
- 5 ml lemon juice (1 tsp) ($0.02)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional) (2 g) ($0.10)
- 5 ml freshly cracked black pepper (1/8 tsp) ($0.02)
Instructions
- With a sharp blade, slice the chicken breasts into two thinner sections or opt for pre-sliced thin-cut chicken breasts.
- In a bowl, mix the flour with the lemon pepper seasoning. Coat both sides of the chicken pieces with this mixture and rub it in until thoroughly covered.
- Warm the cooking oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, place the chicken in the pan and cook each side until they achieve a golden-brown color, approximately 5 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a clean plate and cover it to maintain warmth.
- Introduce the butter and minced garlic to the same pan and sauté for around one minute.
- Pour the chicken broth into the pan, stirring to incorporate any bits stuck to the bottom. Add the lemon juice and let the sauce simmer for 3-5 minutes until it slightly thickens. Taste and adjust the salt if necessary (I found no need to add any).
- Lastly, put the chicken back into the pan and drizzle the sauce over it. Allow the chicken to warm through. Sprinkle a touch of freshly cracked black pepper and optionally garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier twist, consider using whole wheat flour to coat the chicken.
- Enhance the lemon flavor by adding a touch more lemon juice to the sauce.
- For an extra kick, sprinkle red pepper flakes over the chicken before serving.
