Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Breasts

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.

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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