Here’s a FULL DETAILED RECIPE for Lemon Pepper Chicken — zesty, juicy, and full of flavor:

🍋 Lemon Pepper Chicken

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25–30 minutes

Total Time: 35–40 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Chicken

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb / 450 g)
• 2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• Salt to taste
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil

Lemon Sauce (Optional)

• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1–2 lemons)
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 cup chicken broth (or water)

Garnish

• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Lemon slices

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Chicken

1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
2. Season both sides with lemon pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.

Step 2: Cook Chicken

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add chicken breasts and sear for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C).
3. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

Step 3: Make Lemon Sauce (Optional)

1. In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds.
2. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and chicken broth. Stir and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes, until slightly thickened.
3. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and heat for 1–2 minutes.

Step 4: Serve

• Plate chicken and drizzle with extra lemon sauce.
• Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices.
• Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.

Tips & Variations

• Spice it up: Add crushed red pepper flakes for a little heat.
• Oven Option: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes after searing for extra tenderness.
• Juiciness: Pound chicken to even thickness for uniform cooking.
• Zest Boost: Add extra lemon zest for more vibrant flavor.

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