Lemon Pepper Fried Chicken Recipe

Name: Lemon Pepper Fried Chicken Recipe
Total time: 35 mins
Ingredients: 2 cups bread crumbs; 3 tablespoons lemon-pepper seasoning; 2 teaspoons dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder; salt to taste; 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves; 2 large eggs, beaten; vegetable oil for frying

This delicious lemon-pepper chicken recipe became a favorite among my friends during grad school. Due to limited counter space in our tiny kitchenette, we often prepped it at our desks or coffee table. For a complete meal, serve this fried chicken over rice with gravy, and garnish with freshly ground pepper and bright lemon zest.

Total time35 mins
Prep time15 mins
Cook time20 mins
Yield4 servings, 4

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Servings

Ingredients

2 cups bread crumbs
3 tablespoons lemon-pepper seasoning
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
salt to taste
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 large eggs, beaten
vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

In a shallow dish, thoroughly combine bread crumbs, lemon-pepper seasoning, dried basil, dried oregano, garlic powder, and salt.
Use paper towels to pat the chicken pieces dry. Dip each piece into the beaten eggs, then dredge in the prepared bread crumb mixture, ensuring even coating.
Heat enough oil to generously coat the bottom of a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the chicken until it turns a beautiful golden brown and is cooked through (no longer pink inside), approximately 8 to 10 minutes per side. To ensure doneness, an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a chicken breast should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition

Calories: 507 kcal
Fat Content: 21 g
Fiber Content: 3 g
Sugar Content: 4 g
Sodium Content: 1718 mg
Protein Content: 30 g
Cholesterol Content: 158 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 48 g
Saturated Fat Content: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g