Lemon Pepper Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

1. 1Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness and season both sides with lemon pepper seasoning and salt.
2. 2Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through to 165°F.
3. 3Remove the chicken and set aside, then lower the heat and melt the butter in the same skillet.
4. 4Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, then stir in the lemon zest and juice, scraping up any browned bits.
5. 5Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over the top, and serve immediately.

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