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A close-up of pan-seared chicken breasts with a lemon slice and parsley, part of 7 Genius Healthy Meals Recipes Ideas for Busy Weeknights.

Lemon Pepper Chicken Cutlets

This recipe offers a quick and healthy dinner option for busy weeknights, featuring tender chicken cutlets coated in a flavorful lemon pepper sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 395

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 2 large chicken breasts
  • 1.5 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning divided
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
For Dredging
  • 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
For Cooking
  • 1.5 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
For the Sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced or grated
  • 0.5 cup chicken stock
  • 0.33 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed (from 2 lemons)
  • 0.25 cup Italian parsley chopped
For Garnish
  • Lemon slices optional

Equipment

  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • small bowl
  • Shallow dish
  • Wire rack
  • Platter
  • Large skillet
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Cut each chicken breast in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 4 teaspoons of lemon pepper seasoning and salt. In a shallow dish, add the flour. Season both sides of the chicken cutlets with the spice mixture. Dredge each cutlet in the flour, shaking off excess, and set aside.
  3. Heat oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once shimmering, add chicken cutlets in a single layer (you may need to cook in batches). Cook for 3 minutes without moving, then flip and cook for another 2.5 to 3 minutes until cooked through. Remove chicken to a platter.
  4. Discard fat from the skillet. Return skillet to medium heat and add remaining butter. Once melted, add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30-45 seconds.
  5. Add chicken stock and lemon juice to the skillet. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil and cook until slightly thickened, about 1 minute. Season with remaining lemon pepper seasoning and salt to taste.
  6. Return chicken cutlets to the pan and turn to coat in the sauce. Turn off the heat. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 395kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 46gFat: 17g

Notes

Garnish with lemon slices if desired.

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