Crispy Lemon Pepper Chicken Sandwich
A delightful crispy chicken sandwich bursting with zesty lemon flavor, perfect for lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken breast
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg (beaten)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 soft sandwich bun
- Lettuce, tomato, and other desired toppings
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken breast with lemon juice, lemon zest, black pepper, and salt.
- Dredge the seasoned chicken in all-purpose flour, coating it lightly.
- Coat the floured chicken into the beaten egg, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Coat the chicken generously with breadcrumbs.
- Bake the coated chicken on a baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Toast your sandwich bun to achieve a crunchy exterior.
- Assemble your sandwich with the crispy chicken on the toasted bun, adding fresh lettuce, tomato, and desired toppings.
- Serve your sandwich hot and enjoy!
Notes
This sandwich pairs well with a light salad or crispy fries. Add a squeeze of lemon or spicy mayo for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg