Find some best ideas on what to serve with lemon pepper here, from veggie-packed salads to easy rice-based dishes.

Not sure what to serve with lemon pepper chicken?

Any of the recipes listed below are well worth a try when you want something to offset the sharp and spicy flavors of this main dish.

Before you start cooking any of the dishes on this page, it’s probably a good idea to talk a bit about lemon pepper chicken.

This dish is popular all across the US but traces its roots all the way to India, where this spice combination is said to originate.

This flavor combination can come in the form of dry spices that you sprinkle over meat.

It can also come as a tangy and peppery sauce that you can use to coat breaded meat pieces.

Lemon pepper chicken can be made with either of these two options.

The dry spice-coated ones often being baked or grilled, while the sauced ones usually start off as fried chicken pieces.

For those who love tangy and savory meals, lemon pepper chicken is a good choice, but what do you serve with it?

Here are ideas for what to serve with lemon pepper chicken that you can try out.

Whichever lemon pepper chicken you choose to make, these side dishes are sure to complement the entree perfectly.

Two of my favorites here include Honey Garlic Carrots and Egg Fried Rice.

#22 on this list is also worth trying.

Are you excited to start checking out these dishes?

Let’s begin!

1. Quinoa And Vegetable Salad

Let’s start this list off with a warm salad that combines a variety of roasted vegetables with quinoa.

Dressed with a sweet, briny, and spicy vinaigrette, this salad will become a mainstay in your side dish repertoire.

Ingredients include: Quinoa, sweet potatoes, zucchini, carrots, broccoli, mushrooms, and feta cheese.

2. Roasted Potatoes

Garlicky, buttery, and truly satisfying, this potato side dish is another one that’s sure to become a favorite in your home.

It uses baby potatoes cut in half, so it won’t take too long for you to cook.

Ingredients include: Red baby potatoes, butter, garlic, grated parmesan cheese, bacon bits, and Italian seasoning.

3. Braised Brussels Sprouts

Another vegetable side dish that’s made better with some bacon is this one!

Bitter, savory, and briny are some of the flavors you can expect from this recipe.

Ingredients include: Brussels sprouts, bacon, shallots, chicken broth, and soy sauce.

4. Curry Rice

Here’s a recipe with a flavor profile that complements the tangy and peppery flavor of this chicken dish.

With earthy and warm notes, you can make this dish as spicy or as mild as you want.

Ingredients include: Rice, carrots, onions, bell peppers, curry powder, and vegetable stock.

5. Rice Pilaf

Another rice dish you can make when you’re unsure what to serve with lemon pepper chicken is this one.

This is the simplest version of pilaf you can try, but there are more complex and nuanced recipes for pilaf that incorporate nuts and dried fruit.

Ingredients include: Rice, butter, garlic, onions, parsley, and chicken broth.

6. Honey Garlic Carrots

This veggie dish is savory, garlicky, and sweet all at once.

This oven-roasted dish can be made using baby carrots too.

Ingredients include: Carrots, butter, honey, garlic, olive oil, thyme, and kosher salt.

7. Sweet Potato Salad

Here’s a new way to make your favorite potato salad.

Instead of regular boiled potatoes, this recipe utilizes roasted sweet potatoes.

Ingredients include: Sweet potatoes, baby arugula, shallots, dried cranberries, and your favorite dressing.

8. Creamy Mushroom Soup

Don’t want to partner your chicken with anything too heavy?

Consider making soup instead, like this creamy and satisfying mushroom soup.

Ingredients include: Cremini mushrooms, butter, cream, onions, garlic, flour, and chicken broth.

9. Broccoli Mac And Cheese

Another dish that’s great when paired with lemon pepper chicken is this reimagined classic.

The addition of broccoli to this dish gives it another dimension in terms of texture and flavor.

Ingredients include: Broccoli, elbow macaroni, milk, flour, mozzarella cheese, and cheddar cheese.

Leftovers? Learn How To Reheat Mac And Cheese & Keep It Creamy!

10. Balsamic Roasted Onions

Here’s a side dish with flavors that meld really well with your tangy chicken meal.

Sweet, briny, and sour, with a hint of sharp flavor from the onions, help enhance each bite.

For a little heat, a sprinkling of red pepper flakes can be considered.

Ingredients include: Vidalia onions, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and rosemary leaves.

11. Twice-Baked Potatoes

Potatoes always go well with any dish, and lemon pepper chicken is no exception.

The starchy potatoes combined with the rich taste of cheddar and the crisp, savory bacon make this the perfect side dish for any meal.

Ingredients include: Potatoes, cheese, bacon, sour cream, and scallions.

12. Egg Fried Rice

Another starchy staple that you can pair with any protein is rice.

This recipe is more than just the ordinary white rice people tend to make as a side dish since it has the added flavor of eggs.

You can tweak this recipe by adding veggies, like chopped carrots and green peas.

Ingredients include: Rice, eggs, sesame oil, soy sauce, and green onion.

You’ll love these Best Leftover Fried Rice Recipes!

13. Mashed Potato Fritters

If you find plain mashed potatoes boring, why not turn them into fritters instead?

This recipe turns your ordinary mashed spuds into something extraordinary and enjoyable to eat.

Ingredients include: Potatoes, cheddar cheese, corn kernels, scallions, eggs, and flour.

14. Grilled Asparagus

Crisp, briny, and garlicky, this vegetable side dish is simple and easy to make.

With only four ingredients and 15 minutes of your time, you can have a tasty partner to your lemon pepper chicken.

Ingredients include: Asparagus, parmesan cheese, garlic, and olive oil.

15. Stir-Fried Vegetables

Want to keep your meal relatively low carb?

This recipe will do just that while still giving you a flavorful and filling dish.

Ingredients include: Carrots, mushrooms, snap peas, broccoli, bell peppers, and young corn.

16. Buttered Egg Noodles

Another quick and easy side dish you can make when you’re thinking about what to serve with lemon pepper chicken is this one.

With just five ingredients and 17 minutes, you have a pasta side dish that also goes well with other tangy and savory main dishes.

Ingredients include: Egg noodles, butter, garlic, parmesan cheese, and chicken stock.

17. Garlic Bread

I have a friend who’s addicted to Garlic Bread and she swears by this recipe!

It uses fresh chopped garlic but if you want a more pronounced garlic flavor, roasted garlic is a good alternative.

Ingredients include: French bread, butter, garlic, olive oil, parmesan cheese, and parsley.

18. Roasted Root Vegetables

Root vegetables are very filling and most have a generally neutral flavor.

This makes such veggies great as side dishes for strong-flavored main dishes.

You can keep this dish relatively bland, but this recipe gives it a bit of flavor with the use of chives and other herbs.

Ingredients include: Potatoes, sweet potatoes, onions, parsnips, carrots, rutabaga, and beets.

19. Cheesy Smashed Potatoes

I just love potatoes, and this is evidenced by the addition of this fifth potato dish in this list!

This recipe uses red potatoes, but you can use other kinds if you want.

Cheesy, starchy, and super tasty, this is another great dish to try with tangy and peppery chicken.

Ingredients include: Red potatoes, olive oil, shredded cheese, rosemary, and butter.

Our Smashed red potatoes (Air Fryer Recipe)

20. Garlicky Beans With Bacon

What do you get when you combine garlic, green beans, and bacon?

You get this amazing sauteed side dish that can be ready for you to enjoy in mere minutes!

Ingredients include: Green beans, bacon, garlic, almonds, and lard.

21. Baked Beans

While it’s easier to open a can of baked beans to pair with your meal, making this dish from scratch is infinitely better.

You get more complex flavors and can even tweak it with spices according to your taste.

Ingredients include: White beans, bacon, tomato sauce, tomato paste, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and molasses.

22. Cheesy Artichokes

Want something tasty and fun to eat at the same time?

Popular as a holiday dish, these stuffed artichokes are savory, cheesy, and slightly nutty.

Who says you have to wait till Christmas to enjoy this treat?

Ingredients include: Whole fresh artichokes, cheese, garlic, white wine, butter, and panko bread crumbs.

23. Roasted Herbed Tomatoes

Another simple recipe that’s unbelievably delicious is this one that has lots and lots of tomatoes in it.

In fact, tomatoes are the star of this particular side dish!

If you can’t find cherry tomatoes, simply chop bigger tomatoes into bite-sized pieces for this recipe.

Ingredients include: Cherry tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic salt, Italian seasoning, and fresh herbs.

24. Indian Coconut Rice

Since the lemon pepper spice mix traces its roots all the way back to India, it’s kind of fitting that I add an Indian-inspired side dish to this list.

This rice dish is coconutty, spicy, and has complex flavors that make it very memorable.

Ingredients include: Basmati rice, coconut oil, coconut milk, cashews, red chilies, green chilies, and curry leaves.

25. Greek Tomato Rice

The final recipe on this list is another rice dish.

This time, this one hails from the Mediterranean, with its rich tomato taste and distinctly Greek flavorings.

Ingredients include: Short grain rice, Roma tomatoes, stewed tomatoes, red wine, garlic, olive oil, and dill.

The bottom line

As you can see with this very diverse compilation of ideas for what to serve with lemon pepper chicken, you’ve got loads of options to choose from.

There are complex dishes, and there are simple ones too.

Try all of them to find out which one will be your favorite partner for tangy and peppery main dishes.