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    Mar 2, 2021 · Modified: Mar 18, 2021 by Chelsea · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Breasts

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    These Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Breasts are coated in a buttery lemon pepper sauce and then roasted in the oven to tender, juicy perfection!

    When roasted in the oven, chicken breasts can turn out so dry, but I have perfected the method of juicy, tender chicken breasts. I like to always use this method in my Perfect Oven-Baked Chicken Breasts recipe. They always turn out perfect.

    Let's all say goodbye to dry chicken breasts!

    What I love about this recipe:

    ✔ Tender, juicy chicken breasts
    ✔ Pairs beautifully with almost any side dish you can think of
    ✔ Flavorful with minimal ingredients

    what to serve with baked lemon pepper chicken

    Lemon pepper chicken is perfect with almost any side dish you can think of!

    TOPPINGS:

    ✔ Lemon slices
    ✔ Fresh parsley

    SIDE DISHES:

    All of my side dish recipes are here, but here are a few I think that would be delicious:

    ✔ Collard Greens with Bacon
    ✔ Easy Italian Roasted Vegetables
    ✔ Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
    ✔ Garlic Roasted Potatoes

    ingredients needed for baked lemon pepper chicken:

    • Unsalted Butter
    • Salt - I like to use Pink Himalayan sea salt
    • Lemon Pepper Seasoning
    • Garlic Powder
    • Onion Powder
    • Skinless, Boneless Chicken Breasts

    frequently asked questions:

    How to bake lemon chicken breasts?

    I always use my favorite way of baking chicken breasts so they do not dry out. The trick is high temperature with a short amount of baking time, 450℉ for a total time of 22-23 minutes.

    Can I grill lemon pepper chicken breasts?

    You sure can! Just preheat your grill and place chicken breasts on the grill plates, cook for 8 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 7-10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165℉. Remove chicken and allow the chicken breasts to rest.

    Can I bake this without the butter? 

    I highly recommend the butter because it adds so much flavor and juiciness.

    recipe shortcuts

    Sometimes we are short on time and need to prep things ahead of time. Here are a few ideas that can help make this recipe even faster for you!

    ✔ Prep ahead – All of the ingredients can be prepped up to 24-48 hours ahead of time and kept in a bag or a container in the refrigerator.
    ✔ Cook ahead – Chicken breasts can be baked ahead of time. Make as directed, cool to room temperature, package, and refrigerate. When ready to eat, slowly heat at a low temperature in the oven.
    ✔ Freezer meal – Read directions below.

    freezer meal instructions

    These lemon pepper chicken breasts are the perfect freezer meal! You can either prep this before cooking or after cooking. For best results, use within 4-6 months.

    TO FREEZE BEFORE COOKING:

    1. Prepare all ingredients, rub onto the chicken breasts, and place into a freezer bag or freezer-friendly container.
    2. Freeze.
    3. When ready to cook, add to the slow cooker. If you are cooking from frozen, the chicken breasts will need additional cooking time. Frozen chicken breasts can be thawed before cooking by placing it in the refrigerator 24-48 hours beforehand.

    TO FREEZE AFTER COOKING:

    1. Prepare recipe as directed.
    2. Allow the chicken breasts to cool to room temperature.
    3. Package in freezer bags or a freezer-friendly container.
    4. Freeze.
    5. Chicken can be reheat in the microwave or in the oven.

    recommended tools

    • Cutting Board
    • Casserole Dish
    • Ingredient Bowls

    lemon pepper chicken breast leftovers

    Leftovers are my favorite! To save them, place them into a container once cooled to room temperature. Chicken breasts are good in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and up to a month in the freezer.

    more easy chicken recipes

    If you loved this recipe, here are a few more easy chicken recipes you will love!

    You can check out all of my easy dinner recipes here or see a few of our readers’ favorites below:

    ✔ Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs
    ✔ Baked Teriyaki Chicken
    ✔ 5-Ingredient Tex-Mex Chicken Marinade
    ✔ Perfect Oven-Baked Chicken Breasts

    5 from 7 votes
    Closeup of lemon pepper chicken breasts on a casserole dish topped with lemon slices and fresh parsley
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    Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Breasts
    Prep Time
    5 mins
    Cook Time
    22 mins
     

    These Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Breasts are coated in a buttery lemon pepper sauce and then roasted in the oven to tender, juicy perfection!

    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: chicken breasts, lemon pepper
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 141 kcal
    Ingredients
    • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
    • ¼ tsp salt
    • 1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
    • ½ tsp garlic powder
    • ¼ tsp onion powder
    • 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless, chicken breasts, sliced in half length-wise
    • lemon slices
    • fresh parsley, to garnish
    Instructions
    1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Mix together the melted butter, salt, lemon-pepper seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder together. Rub onto chicken breasts.

    2. Place chicken into the oven and bake for 18 minutes. Remove baking dish from oven and place aluminum foil on top and bake for another 4-5 minutes.

    3. Remove chicken breasts from oven and allow them to rest for 5 minutes and serve. 

    Recipe Notes

    Note - I have had to use two large chicken breasts for 1 ½ lbs of chicken. When slicing the chicken breasts in half lengthwise you will end up with 4 chicken breasts, or cutlets. 

    Nutrition Facts
    Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Breasts
    Amount Per Serving (1 chicken breast)
    Calories 141 Calories from Fat 86
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 9.6g15%
    Saturated Fat 5.7g36%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
    Monounsaturated Fat 2.6g
    Cholesterol 66.8mg22%
    Sodium 1217.9mg53%
    Carbohydrates 0.4g0%
    Fiber 0.1g0%
    Protein 13.1g26%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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