Lemon Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Lemon Chicken
25 min.
8
200kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy meal that’s both gluten-free and dairy-free? Look no further than this delightful Lemon Chicken recipe! Perfect for lunch or dinner, this dish is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 25 minutes—but it also serves up to 8 people, making it ideal for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead.

The star of this recipe is the vibrant lemon flavor, which is beautifully complemented by the crunch of toasted pistachio nuts. The combination of fresh lemon juice, grated lemon peel, and lemon pepper creates a zesty marinade that infuses the chicken with a refreshing taste. Each bite is a burst of citrusy goodness that will leave your taste buds dancing!

With a caloric breakdown that emphasizes protein, this Lemon Chicken is a nutritious choice that fits well into a balanced diet. The use of boneless, skinless chicken breast ensures that you’re getting a lean source of protein, while the healthy fats from the pistachios add a satisfying crunch without compromising your dietary needs.

Whether you’re serving it alongside a fresh salad or pairing it with your favorite vegetables, this Lemon Chicken is sure to impress. So grab your frying pan and get ready to whip up a meal that’s not only easy to make but also bursting with flavor!

Ingredients

  • slice optional: lemon 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • teaspoon lemon pepper 
  • 0.3 cup pistachios toasted chopped
  • 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

Calories200kcal
Protein63.48%
Fat32.97%
Carbs3.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.44
Glycemic Load
0.16
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
14.68217406843%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.28mg
Catechin
0.14mg
Epigallocatechin
0.08mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.46mg
Hesperetin
1.06mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:200.46kcal
10.02%
Fat:7.14g
10.99%
Saturated Fat:1.28g
8.02%
Carbohydrates:1.73g
0.58%
Net Carbohydrates:1.2g
0.44%
Sugar:0.47g
0.52%
Cholesterol:90.72mg
30.24%
Sodium:164.6mg
7.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.93g
61.86%
Vitamin B3:14.84mg
74.22%
Selenium:45.65µg
65.22%
Vitamin B6:1.13mg
56.57%
Phosphorus:317.52mg
31.75%
Vitamin B5:2.05mg
20.53%
Potassium:574.59mg
16.42%
Magnesium:42.38mg
10.59%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.8%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.42%
Zinc:0.91mg
6.09%
Vitamin C:4.88mg
5.91%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.01%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.72%
Copper:0.09mg
4.65%
Iron:0.71mg
3.95%
Vitamin K:3.82µg
3.64%
Vitamin E:0.51mg
3.4%
Folate:8.93µg
2.23%
Fiber:0.53g
2.11%
Calcium:13.13mg
1.31%
Vitamin A:60.5IU
1.21%