Prep Time: 2 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 22 mins | Yield: 4 Servings
The after tastes of these chicken strips are superb! You will surely crave for the rich lemon flavour of this dish. Give it a try now. Enjoy!
Ingredients:
2 chicken breasts
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ c all-purpose flour rice flour for a gluten-free option
2 tbsp olive oil divided
2 tbsp unsalted butter divided
3 garlic cloves minced
1 shallot chopped finely
½ lemon juiced
1 tbsp lemon zest
½ c chicken stock
⅓ c heavy cream
Parsley for garnish
Directions:
Step 1: Slice the chicken breasts into two.
Step 2: Season each slice with salt and pepper, then dredge each in flour.
Step 3: Place a skillet on the stove and turn the heat to medium.
Step 4: Add 1 tablespoon of oil and 1 tablespoon of butter.
Step 5: Add in the chicken and cook each side for 5 minutes or until golden brown.
Step 6: Place the chicken on a clean plate.
Step 7: Add more oil in the same skillet and allow it to become hot.
Step 8: Add in the minced garlic shallot. Sauté for a few minutes until translucent and aromatic.
Step 9: Add in chicken stock, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir and make sure to scrape the bottom to get the brown bits, then simmer for 2 minutes.
Step 10: Add in the heavy cream and stir until well mixed.
Step 11: Put the chicken back to the pan and the rest of the butter and allow it to melt.
Step 12: Remove from the heat and sprinkle chopped parsley on top.
Step 13: Serve and enjoy!
Notes:
Use half-and-half or milk for a lighter sauce.
Nutrition Facts:
Calories 357 | Fat 23g | Saturated Fat 9g | Cholesterol 115mg | Sodium 474mg | Potassium 494mg | Carbohydrates 9g | Sugar 1g | Protein 26g | Vitamin A 500IU | Vitamin C 4.5mg | Calcium 23mg | Iron 0.9mg
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