Lemon Pepper Chicken with Sauteed Zucchini

This Lemon Pepper Chicken with Sauteed Zucchini is a zesty, flavorful dish that perfectly fits your keto lifestyle. Juicy chicken breasts are seasoned with a homemade lemon pepper rub and cooked to perfection, paired with tender sautéed zucchini for a satisfying low-carb meal.

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword Healthy Dinner, High Fat, Keto, Lemon Pepper Chicken, Low-Carb, Sauteed Zucchini

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings servings

Calories 320kcal

Equipment

2 Skillets
Mixing bowl
Knife
Cutting board
Measuring spoons
Cooking Utensils (Spatula, Tongs)

Ingredients

Lemon Pepper Chicken

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 2 pounds or 900 grams
1 tablespoon lemon zest about 1 tablespoon or 6 grams
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil

Sauteed Zucchini

4 medium zucchinis, sliced about 2 pounds or 900 grams
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced about 1 teaspoon or 3 grams
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Begin by preparing the chicken. In a small bowl, mix together lemon zest, lemon juice, black pepper, and salt to create the lemon pepper seasoning.
Rub the seasoning mixture over the chicken breasts evenly, ensuring both sides are well-coated.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts.
Cook the chicken for about 7-8 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the outside is golden brown.
While the chicken is cooking, heat another 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a separate skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. Halfway through, add the minced garlic to the zucchini for added flavor.
Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Serve the sliced lemon pepper chicken hot along with the sautéed zucchini on the side.

Notes

For an even zestier flavor, you can marinate the chicken in the lemon pepper seasoning for 30 minutes to an hour before cooking.

Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts if preferred; adjust cooking times accordingly.

To ensure even cooking, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness before seasoning.

The nutritional information is based on the specific ingredients used and is provided for convenience. Adjustments to the recipe may change the nutritional content.

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