Lemon Pepper Chicken

Lemon Pepper Chicken is a zesty and flavorful Chinese BBQ dish that combines the bright notes of fresh lemon with the bold kick of black pepper. This healthy recipe is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal, bringing a taste of the grill to your kitchen.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped for garnish
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon for garnish

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, black pepper, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, minced ginger, and olive oil to create a marinade.
2. Cut the chicken breast into thin slices and add it to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Once hot, add the marinated chicken slices to the grill, cooking for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and charred.
5. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
6. Slice the chicken further if desired, then serve garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 260
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 7 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains antioxidants from lemon and garlic, which may boost the immune system.

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