13 Lemon-Powered Dinners To Add Zing To Your Weeknight Meals

Add a splash of sunshine to your plate with 13 lemon-packed dinners! These tangy recipes will make your weeknight meals pop with flavor and fun.

Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

Honey Lemon Pepper Thighs with parsley on a white plate. — Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs is a tasty and fragrant dish, ideal for a simple dinner. It blends the sweet tang of honey, the fresh zest of lemon, and the gentle kick of black pepper.
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Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle

Making Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle is super simple! Ready in under 5 minutes, this lemon garlic shrimp recipe is one you’ll love!
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Easy Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters

These Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters make an easy and tasty dinner! Seasoned with garlic and fresh lemon juice, this dish is ready in just 30 minutes and is both paleo and keto-friendly!
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Lemon Feta Spinach Pasta

Lemon pasta with spinach, feta and cherry tomatoes in a bowl. — Lemon Feta Spinach Pasta. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This quick and tasty Mediterranean-inspired pasta is packed with lemon, spinach, and feta. Enjoy it as a satisfying vegetarian meal or add your favorite protein on top!
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Lemon Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

Two crispy chicken thighs surrounded by lemon slices, mini sweet peppers, thyme, and cherry tomatoes. — Lemon Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This lemon chicken tray bake is a simple weeknight meal, featuring crispy chicken thighs, fresh thyme, roasted sweet peppers, cherry tomatoes, shallots, garlic, and zesty lemon for a burst of flavor.
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Chicken and Rice Salad with Fresh Basil and Lemon

Chicken and rice salad in a glass bowl. — Chicken and Rice Salad with Fresh Basil and Lemon. Photo credit: The Honour System.

This Chicken and Rice Salad with Fresh Basil and Lemon is a light and flavorful dish, blending tender chicken, hearty rice, and aromatic basil with a tangy lemon dressing. It's simple to prepare and ideal for a refreshing lunch or dinner.
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Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon

Baked ricotta cheese in a blue casserole dish with sliced bread. — Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This creamy Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon and Herbs makes the perfect appetizer! Pair it with bread, crackers, fruit, or salty olives. The best part? It's quick and easy to whip up!
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Greek Lemon Potatoes

Greek Lemon Garlic Potatoes in a black dish with lemon in the background. — Greek Lemon Potatoes. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Easy Greek Lemon Potatoes are braised in a savory broth, soaking up all that garlic-lemon goodness in the oven! With quick and simple prep, just let them roast to perfection. These flavorful potatoes pair beautifully with any main dish, but they're so tasty, you might just eat them all on their own!
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Gnocchi with Lemon-Parmesan Sauce

Gnocchi in Lemon-Parmesan Sauce on a black plate. — Gnocchi with Lemon-Parmesan Sauce. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Skip the main course—this side dish steals the show! Packed with a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce, it's silky, delicious, and irresistible. Quick to make and ready in minutes, it's the perfect addition to any dinner!
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Lemon Pepper Pork Chops

These Lemon Pepper Pork Chops are a flavorful and zesty way to get your protein on any diet. With simple instructions for the grill, stovetop, or oven, choose your preferred method and serve with a side salad or steamed green beans.
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Lemon Chicken Piccata Pasta

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It’s indulgent yet easy to make. This simple recipe will impress your guests and make you feel like a top-notch chef!
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Stovetop Lemon Dill Chicken

This stovetop masterpiece not only delights your taste buds but also combines ingredients to turn an ordinary meal into an extraordinary experience.
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Grilled Scallops with Lemon, Mint, and Pinot Grigio Sauce

Grilled scallops with a lemon, mint, and Pinot Grigio sauce. — Grilled Scallops with Lemon, Mint, and Pinot Grigio Sauce. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Succulent grilled scallops paired with a zesty lemon, mint, and Pinot Grigio sauce. This elegant, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly dish is perfect for a sophisticated summer feast.
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