# What You’ll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.3 pounds)
→ Marinade & Seasoning
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper
04 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
05 - Zest of 1 lemon
06 - Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
07 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
→ Garnish (optional)
08 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
09 - Lemon wedges, for serving
# How-To:
01 - Pat the chicken breasts completely dry with paper towels to ensure proper seasoning adhesion and browning.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, freshly cracked black pepper, sea salt, lemon zest, lemon juice, and minced garlic until thoroughly combined.
03 - Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the marinade. Allow to marinate for 10-15 minutes at room temperature while preheating your cooking equipment.
04 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange marinated chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
05 - Alternatively, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Cook chicken breasts 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through with internal temperature of 165°F.
06 - Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
