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A close-up shot of juicy Indian lemon chicken pieces being pan-fried in a skillet, showing the golden-brown seared crust.
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Indian Lemon Pepper Chicken: A Zesty & Juicy Recipe

This Indian Lemon Pepper Chicken recipe delivers a vibrant, aromatic dish packed with zesty lemon, bold black pepper, and warm Indian spices. A simple yogurt marinade guarantees incredibly juicy, tender chicken bites every single time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken cut into 1.5-inch cubes (about 700g)
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt full-fat recommended
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
For the Pan-Frying
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion thinly sliced
  • 1.5 tsp coarsely ground black pepper freshly cracked
  • 2 green chilies slit lengthwise
  • 10 curry leaves optional
  • 1 tsp lemon zest from one lemon

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the chicken pieces, yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the marinated chicken to the pan in a single layer. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Sprinkle the coarsely ground black pepper, green chilies, and curry leaves (if using) over the chicken. Stir for 1 minute. Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh lemon zest before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalProtein: 35gFat: 15gFiber: 2g

Notes

For the best flavor, use freshly cracked black pepper and fresh lemon juice.
Ensure the pan is hot before adding the chicken to get a good sear and lock in the juices.
Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
Keyword Indian chicken recipe,lemon pepper chicken,spicy chicken

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