Spicy lemon chicken

 🍋 Lemon Pepper Chicken (10 Minutes Recipe)

Lemon pepper chicken is a very delicious and popular recipe that I have made.

And if you try this recipe, then trust me, you will love it. The best part of this recipe is the cooking time.

Yes, only 10 minutes! 😃

If we talk about ingredients, everything is easily available at home, so let’s take a look at the ingredients 😊

Ingredients

1• chicken boneless 500 grm

2• lemon juice 2 tbsp 

3• cheese 1/2 cup 

4• salt 1 tbsp 

5• red chilli powder 1 tbsp 

6• black pepper 1 tsp 

7• all spice powder 1 tsp 

8• cumin powder 1/2 tsp

9• Dried fenugreek leaves 1 tbsp 

10• ginger powder 1/2 tsp 

11• oregano leaves 1 tsp 

12• carom seeds 

13• orange food colour  

Directions

Wash chicken boneless thoroughly and cut into medium 1-inch size cubes.

Add all the ingredients into a bowl and mix well. Now add the chicken and marinate it in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.

You can add green chilli and fresh  coriander paste for more spice but its totally up to you, these two ingredients are optional.

Now heat a pan and add 2 tbsp oil and set all chicken cubes on pan.

Cooking time is only two minutes from each side so be careful about cooking and don't burn the chicken.

Your very tasty and easy cooked chicken is ready.

here is the recipe card for your ease...

You can make any type of salad with this recipe and enjoy in lunch or dinner.

I hope you like this recipe and your family love this chicken, you can try our salad recipe too.

I uploaded different salads for different occasions.

Cook well and be healthy.. Thanks 😁.

Why This Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe Works

This recipe is quick, simple, and full of flavor. The combination of lemon juice and black pepper gives the chicken a fresh and slightly spicy taste. Because the chicken is boneless and cooked on high heat for a short time, it stays juicy and soft.

👩‍🍳 Cooking Tips for Best Results

Do not overcook the chicken, as it can become dry.

Keep the flame medium to high for quick cooking.

Add lemon juice only in the marinade to keep the flavor fresh.

Stir gently so the chicken pieces stay intact.

Ingredient Substitutions & Variations

You can replace boneless chicken with chicken strips.

If cheese is not available, you can skip it or reduce the quantity.

For less spice, reduce red chilli powder.

Orange food color is optional and can be skipped.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

Cooking chicken on very low heat for a long time

Overcrowding the pan

Adding too much oil

Leaving chicken unattended while cooking

🥗 Serving Suggestions

This lemon pepper chicken tastes great with:

Fresh green salad

Coleslaw

Boiled rice

Wraps or sandwiches

It works well for both lunch and dinner.

🧊 Storage & Reheating Tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Consume within 24 hours for best taste.

Reheat on low flame to avoid drying the chicken.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this recipe without cheese?

Yes, you can skip cheese without affecting the overall taste too much.

Can I prepare it in advance?

You can marinate the chicken a few hours earlier and cook it when needed.