Lemon Pepper Chicken (15-Minutes)

Name: Lemon Pepper Chicken (15-Minutes)
Prep time: PT5MIN
Cook time: PT10MIN
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Chicken
Ingredients: 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), pounded to even thickness; 1 large lemon (zest and juice); 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Recipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2025-07-28 |17 Comments

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Lemon Pepper Chicken (15-Minutes)

PREP5 min

COOK10 min

Lemon Pepper Chicken (15-Minutes) is zesty, fresh, and so quick to make! Perfect for busy nights, this dinner delivers bold flavor with minimal effort.

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4SERVINGS

Ingredients

2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), pounded to even thickness
1 large lemon (zest and juice)
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

1
Pat chicken breasts dry and slice horizontally to make 4 thin cutlets.
2
Zest the lemon and combine zest with black pepper, salt, and Italian herbs. Rub mixture onto both sides of chicken.
3
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through.
4
Push chicken aside, add remaining oil and garlic to skillet. Sauté 30 seconds, then add lemon juice and swirl.
5
Spoon pan sauce over chicken, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.