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A tray of grilled chicken garnished with lettuce, red potatoes, and carrots
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Lemon Pepper Chicken

Lemon Pepper Chicken is a frequent favorite dish in our family; tangy, tender, so tasty! Made with just four ingredients, this chicken is perfect in salads, pastas, and sandwiches too!

Prep Time2 hours
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time2 hours 10 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Grilling
Servings: 4
Calories: 532kcal
Author: Emily Walker

Equipment

  • Outdoor Barbecue Grill

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Marinate chicken in oil, lemon juice, and pepper.
  • Remove chicken and discard marinade.
  • Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and grill for approximately 7-8 minutes on each side.
  • You can also bake in the oven for 45 minutes at 350 degrees.

Notes

  • You can bake or grill this chicken, whatever you prefer. I usually marinate the chicken in the afternoon for at least thirty minutes, preferably longer, then have my husband throw it on the grill just before dinner.
  • Parmesan cheese helps give the chicken a nice, golden crust on the outside, but if you don't have any on hand, don't worry! It tastes delicious without.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to three days. You could also double the batch and freeze cooked chicken breasts for up to two months! They're perfect to grab and thaw for dinner or lunch. Thaw them out in the fridge, then microwave or toss in the oven until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 532kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 264mg | Potassium: 901mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 90IU | Vitamin C: 8.4mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1.4mg