Lemon Pepper Chicken

Makes 4 servings; 4 ounces each serving

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INGREDIENTS


  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice

DIRECTIONS


  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Wash your hands well with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.
  3. Trim fat and if needed cut larger pieces to make 4 servings.
  4. Wash your hands well with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.
  5. In a small bowl, mix lemon pepper seasoning, salt, basil, and oregano.
  6. Heat oil in large cast iron skillet over medium heat. When skillet is hot, use tongs to add chicken then season with half of the lemon pepper mix. Cook for 2 minutes then flip chicken.
  7. Pour lemon juice over chicken, season with remaining lemon pepper mix and cook for 2 more minutes.
  8. Place skillet in the oven and cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F.
  9. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – SNAP. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.