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Easy Pan Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe

Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken

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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Continental
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 2
Author: Farhana

Ingredients

  • 1 chicken breast (halved)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)
  • 2 tablespoons butter (unsalted)
  • 4-5 lemon slices
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes

Instructions

  • Cover the chicken breast with plastic wrap and pound on both sides using a meat mallet.
  • Drizzle with lemon juice.
  • Sprinkle salt, oregano, basil, and freshly ground black pepper evenly on both sides.
  • Let the chicken marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  • Melt butter in a grill pan over medium heat.
  • Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6 to 7 minutes on medium flame.
  • Flip the chicken and scatter the lemon slices around it.
  • Cook until the chicken is fully done.
  • Remove the chicken and set it aside on a plate.
  • Pour the chicken broth into the pan, stir gently, and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
  • Return the chicken to the pan and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until heated through.
  • Sprinkle with red chili flakes.
  • Serve with boiled rice and steamed vegetables of your choice. Enjoy! And remember “COOKING IS EASY!”

Notes

  • Adjust the spices to your liking.
  • You can use chicken thighs instead of breast if you like.
  • You can substitute butter with olive oil.