Delicious Lemon Chicken Breast Recipe
Recipe Overview
Overview
This Lemon Chicken Breast recipe is a delightful combination of flavors that come together effortlessly. The process begins with butterflying the chicken breasts, which not only helps them cook faster but also ensures they remain juicy. Tenderizing the meat with a mallet is a clever technique that enhances the texture, making each bite more enjoyable.
As the chicken cooks in a mixture of olive oil and butter, the aroma of garlic and onion fills the kitchen, setting the stage for a delicious meal. The addition of white wine and capers introduces a tangy depth that pairs beautifully with the fresh lemon slices. This dish is not just about the chicken; it’s a harmonious blend of ingredients that elevate the overall flavor profile.
Once the chicken is cooked to a golden brown, it is combined with the aromatic sauce, allowing the flavors to meld together. The final touch of parsley adds a pop of color and freshness. This Lemon Chicken Breast recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, and it pairs wonderfully with pasta or a light salad. It’s a dish that is sure to impress without requiring extensive culinary skills.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Butterfly and cut the chicken breasts into half.
Cover with saran wrap, then use a mallet to tender the meat.
Tip: Use a mallet to tenderize the meat for better texture.
Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
Flip the chicken and repeat the seasoning.
Cover the seasoned chicken breast with flour.
Finely dice 1/4 of an onion.
Dice 2 cloves of garlic.
Slice a few pieces of lemon.
Heat up a pan on medium heat.
Tip: Heat the pan before adding oil for better cooking.
Add olive oil and 15g of butter to the pan.
Add in the chicken breast.
Cook for around 3 minutes, then flip and repeat.
Remove the chicken once cooked to golden brown.
Add in the diced onion and garlic into the same pan.
Stir and cook for about a minute.
Add 100ml of dry white wine.
Tip: Use dry white wine for a more balanced flavor.
Add 2 tsp of capers.
Add in the sliced lemon.
Stir and cook for a minute.
Add 1 cup of chicken stock.
Add the juice of half a lemon.
Season with salt and pepper.
Tip: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Add 25g of butter.
Stir until the butter is melted.
Add in the cooked chicken breast.
Let it cook for about 5 minutes.
Garnish with parsley (optional).
All done! This recipe goes great with some pasta!
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Coconut Oil
Ingredient: Gluten
→ Substitution: Gluten-Free Flour
Nutrition
Skill Level
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Butterflying chicken breasts helps them cook evenly and quickly.
- •Using a mallet to tenderize meat can enhance its texture and flavor.
- •Cooking with white wine adds depth and acidity to the dish.
- •Capers provide a briny flavor that complements the lemon in the recipe.
