Description
Discover the zesty delight of Lemon Pepper Chicken, a dish that combines bright lemon flavors with a crispy, golden exterior. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, this easy-to-make meal comes together in just 30 minutes, ensuring you spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying dinner with family. The vibrant seasoning of black pepper and fresh lemon elevates simple chicken cutlets to gourmet status. Serve alongside your favorite vegetables, salads, or grains for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breast cutlets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Zest of 3 lemons
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Dried parsley to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Combine olive oil and lemon zest in a bowl; set aside.
- In another bowl, mix flour, panko, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, parsley, and paprika.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Dip chicken cutlets into lemon oil then coat with the breading mixture.
- Cook cutlets in the skillet for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 160°F).
- Serve hot with fresh lemon slices and your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg