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Lemon Pepper Chicken

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry and rub the lemon pepper mixture all over both sides of each piece.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Add chicken breasts to the pan and cook for 6-7 minutes without moving them, until golden brown on the bottom.
  5. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5-6 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Add butter to the pan and let it melt, spooning it over the chicken.
  7. Remove from heat, let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve.