Lemon Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
12%
Lemon Chicken
25 min.
8
179kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy meal that’s quick to prepare? Look no further than this delightful Lemon Chicken recipe! Perfectly suited for those following gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP diets, this dish is not only nutritious but also bursting with flavor. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal that serves up to eight people, making it ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends.

The star of this recipe is the tender, juicy chicken breast, which is enhanced by the zesty brightness of fresh lemon juice and the aromatic kick of lemon pepper. The combination of these ingredients creates a mouthwatering dish that is both light and refreshing, perfect for lunch or dinner. With only 179 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

Cooking this Lemon Chicken is a breeze, requiring minimal equipment and effort. Simply flatten the chicken, season it, and let the skillet work its magic. The result is a beautifully cooked chicken that is not only visually appealing but also packed with protein, making it a great choice for health-conscious eaters.

Serve it topped with a luscious lemon juice mixture, and consider adding some nuts and lemon slices for an extra touch of elegance. This Lemon Chicken is sure to impress your guests and become a staple in your recipe repertoire!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • teaspoon lemon pepper 
  • 2.5 pounds chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • plastic wrap

Directions

  1. Flatten each chicken breast half to 1/4-inch thickness between sheets of plastic wrap or waxed paper.
  2. Sprinkle both sides of chicken with lemon pepper.
  3. 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.
  4. Serve chicken topped with juice mixture, nuts and lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts

Calories179kcal
Protein70.32%
Fat28.31%
Carbs1.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4
Glycemic Load
0.03
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
13.742174091546%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.27mg
Hesperetin
0.81mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:178.6kcal
8.93%
Fat:5.39g
8.3%
Saturated Fat:1.07g
6.68%
Carbohydrates:0.59g
0.2%
Net Carbohydrates:0.48g
0.18%
Sugar:0.15g
0.17%
Cholesterol:90.72mg
30.24%
Sodium:164.55mg
7.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.14g
60.28%
Vitamin B3:14.79mg
73.97%
Selenium:45.38µg
64.83%
Vitamin B6:1.07mg
53.27%
Phosphorus:298.55mg
29.85%
Vitamin B5:2.03mg
20.32%
Potassium:533.98mg
15.26%
Magnesium:37.66mg
9.41%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.43%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.17%
Zinc:0.83mg
5.52%
Vitamin C:4.2mg
5.09%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.72%
Vitamin K:3.82µg
3.64%
Iron:0.56mg
3.09%
Vitamin E:0.42mg
2.8%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.69%
Copper:0.04mg
2.14%
Folate:6.87µg
1.72%