Description
Looking for the best baked lemon pepper chicken recipe This easy and quick dish is simple to prepare yet full of fresh citrus flavor making it perfect for healthy family dinners busy weeknights meal prep or casual gatherings The juicy oven baked chicken is beginner friendly and made with simple ingredients making it one of the best ideas for a wholesome lunch or dinner Save this quick and healthy chicken recipe for holidays potlucks or everyday meals
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter cut into pieces
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil Tip A hot oven helps seal in moisture quickly
- Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer in the dish and pat them dry for better seasoning coverage
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken then season evenly with lemon pepper salt and black pepper Tip Rub the seasoning in gently for deeper flavor
- Place lemon slices on top of each chicken breast and add a small piece of butter to each one for richness
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F Tip Baste halfway with pan juices for extra moisture
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in the juices
Notes
- Pound thick chicken breasts for even cooking
- Add garlic powder or paprika for extra flavor
- Use fresh lemons for the best taste
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg