LEMON CHICKEN

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There's really nothing quite like lemon chicken-it's the dynamic flavor duo that'll never go out of style. In just 25 minutes, you could be serving up this succulent, lemon-infused, pistachio-topped chicken dish. Pair it with a simple side of rice, a crisp green salad or roasted veggies and you'll have a memorable weeknight meal. And the best part is that this bright and delicious dinner comes together with just six simple ingredients!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (2 1/2 pounds)
1 teaspoon lemon pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/4 cup chopped toasted pistachio nuts, if desired
Lemon slice, if desired

Steps:

  • Flatten each chicken breast half to 1/4-inch thickness between sheets of plastic wrap or waxed paper. Sprinkle both sides of chicken with lemon pepper.
  • Heat oil in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken, lemon juice and lemon peel in oil 15 to 20 minutes, turning chicken once and stirring juice mixture occasionally, until juice of chicken is no longer pink when centers of thickest pieces are cut.
  • Serve chicken topped with juice mixture, nuts and lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 110 mg

basharat 1122
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This lemon chicken is a great weeknight meal. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the bright, citrusy flavor of the sauce. I usually serve it with rice and steamed broccoli.


Lerato Kwape
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I tried this lemon chicken recipe last week and it was a huge hit with my family. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and sour. I will definitely be making this again!


Khadija Muslim
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This lemon chicken was so good! The chicken was moist and tender, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I served it with rice and green beans, and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Nathnael Teketel
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I've been making this lemon chicken for years and it's always a favorite. The chicken is always cooked to perfection and the sauce is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Shumail Mughal
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This lemon chicken is a great weeknight meal. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the bright, citrusy flavor of the sauce. I usually serve it with rice and steamed broccoli.


Mirhossain Sohag
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I tried this lemon chicken recipe last week and it was a huge hit with my family. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and sour. I will definitely be making this again!


Proshanto Bormon
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This lemon chicken was delicious! The chicken was moist and tender, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I served it with rice and green beans, and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.


BARBIE GANG
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I've made this lemon chicken several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked to perfection and the sauce is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Sone Watto 786
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This lemon chicken is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the bright, citrusy flavor of the sauce. I usually serve it with rice and steamed vegetables.


Brittney Lewis
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I made this lemon chicken last night and it was amazing! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the lemon sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and sour. I will definitely be making this again.


Razz Mandal
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This lemon chicken was a hit with my family! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I served it with rice and broccoli, and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.


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