Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Skillet Lemon Pepper Chicken paired with colorful garden veggies, feta cheese, and fresh basil. This quick and easy dish brings a taste of summer to your table, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The zesty lemon and aromatic garlic create a delightful symphony of taste that is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and chopping the veggies into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Remove chicken from the skillet and sauté the chopped veggies (bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes) in the same skillet for about 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return the chicken to the skillet along with minced garlic and lemon juice. Stir gently to combine.
- Just before serving, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and fresh basil on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with veggies (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg