Lemon Herb Zesty Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 lb Chicken Breast (cut into cutlets or pieces for even cooking)
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil (divided for marinade and pan-searing)
• 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
• 1 tsp Lemon Pepper
• 0.5 tsp Dried Parsley
• 0.5 tsp Dried Thyme
• 1 tsp Cajun Seasoning
• 0.5 tsp Black Pepper
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 Lemon (zested and juiced)

Steps

1. 1

   Place the chicken in a bowl and add olive oil, Italian seasoning, lemon pepper, parsley, thyme, Cajun seasoning, black pepper, and paprika.

2. 2

   Add a little bit of fresh lemon zest and lemon juice to the chicken mixture.

3. 3

   Mix everything together really well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated. You can add salt if desired, though the seasonings may provide enough flavor without it.

4. 4

   Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little more olive oil if needed. Cook the chicken on each side for about 7 to 10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

5. 5

   While the chicken cooks, prepare your sides; the author suggests rice and broccoli with Kinder's Liquid Gold seasoning.

6. 6

   Plate the chicken over a bed of rice and drizzle with the remaining lemon-herb sauce from the marinade or pan.

Notes

The author notes that this is a healthy sauce and can be used generously. Salt is optional as the Cajun and lemon pepper seasonings often contain salt. Pair with rice and roasted broccoli for a complete meal.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• chicken
• healthy
• pan-seared
• lemon
• easy dinner
• high-protein