Description

Delight your taste buds with Skillet Lemon Pepper Chicken, a vibrant dish that brings together succulent chicken breasts, fresh garden veggies, creamy feta, and aromatic basil. This easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or summer gatherings, offering a burst of flavor and color that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Ready in no time, this crowd-pleaser is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 cups mixed garden veggies (bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes)
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Prepare your ingredients: Wash and chop veggies into bite-sized pieces.
Season the chicken: Pat dry and season with lemon pepper seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let sit while heating the skillet.
Heat the skillet: Add olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
Sear the chicken: Cook seasoned chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
Add veggies: Toss in garden veggies around the chicken during the last few minutes of cooking until tender-crisp.
Finish the dish: Drizzle with fresh lemon juice, then top with crumbled feta and chopped basil before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with vegetables (approx. 300g)
Calories: 380
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 50g
Cholesterol: 150mg