Easy Lemon Pepper Chicken
A quick and delicious chicken dish featuring zesty lemon pepper seasoning, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning For seasoning the chicken
- 4 tablespoons butter Divided use for cooking
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- for garnish Fresh parsley Optional garnish
Instructions
Cooking
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with lemon pepper seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the chicken breasts. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- In a separate small pan, melt the remaining butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
- Once the chicken is cooked, pour the garlic butter sauce over the chicken.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve.
Notes
To store leftovers, let the chicken cool completely. Place it in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze it tightly wrapped for up to 3 months. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).