Breaded Lemon Pepper Chicken in the Oven
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Marinate Time
25 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
275 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Breaded Lemon Pepper Chicken in the Oven
Description
The recipe starts by trimming and pounding boneless, skinless chicken breasts to an even thickness. The breasts are marinated in lemon pepper marinade for times ranging from 15 minutes to 24 hours to achieve preferred flavor intensity. The marinated chicken is then coated thoroughly with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs and additional lemon pepper seasoning, which adheres thanks to the marinade acting as glue.
Chicken breasts are placed on a parchment-lined baking sheet and optionally sprayed lightly with avocado oil to encourage crispiness during baking at 425°F. The baking process continues until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, ensuring safety and juiciness. This method produces a crunchy breaded exterior with tender, flavorful chicken inside without the need for frying.
This dish serves as a protein-rich entrée. It pairs well with vegetable sides, salads, or starches like rice or potatoes for a balanced meal. Adjust lemon pepper seasoning amounts to taste according to preference.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast thin sliced, boneless skinless
- 12 oz lemon pepper marinade I use Lawry's
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 2-3 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning depending on how you like it
- Avocado oil spray optional
Instructions
- Trim the extra fat from your chicken breasts. Pound them to even thickness.
- Place the chicken breasts in a container or ziploc style bag.
- Add the bottle of marinade.
- Marinade anywhere from 15 min to 24 hours. The longer they marinade, the stronger the flavor.
- When you're ready to cook them, preheat the oven to 425°F.
- In a shallow dish (big enough to fit the breasts), add your panko breadcrumbs and lemon pepper seasoning. Mix to combine.
- Pull each breast from the marinade mixture (don't rinse or shake off the marinade, it is the "glue" for the breading).
- Place the breast in the panko mix, covering it completely with breadcrumbs.
- Put breaded chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment or silicone baking mat (you could also use a casserole style dish).
- This is an optional step: spray the tops of the chicken breasts lightly with avocado oil to get them extra crispy!
- Bake in the oven until internal temp reaches 165°F. I use thin cut breasts and they are usually done around 25 minutes. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 275 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 275kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 353mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 518mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 50IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 74mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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