This elegant yet approachable main dish features tender grilled chicken breasts brushed with melted butter for a golden char. The star of the show is the luxurious hazelnut butter, a velvety blend of dry-roasted hazelnuts, parmesan cheese, fresh lemon zest, and fragrant tarragon. This compound butter melts over the hot chicken, creating a savory, nutty, and slightly tangy sauce that elevates the simple protein. It pairs beautifully with roasted new potatoes, grilled portobello mushrooms, or sautéed escarole for a complete Italian-inspired meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners that need a touch of sophistication without requiring hours in the kitchen.
Grilled Chicken With Hazelnut Butter
Description
This elegant yet approachable main dish features tender grilled chicken breasts brushed with melted butter for a golden char. The star of the show is the luxurious hazelnut butter, a velvety blend of dry-roasted hazelnuts, parmesan cheese, fresh lemon zest, and fragrant tarragon. This compound butter melts over the hot chicken, creating a savory, nutty, and slightly tangy sauce that elevates the simple protein. It pairs beautifully with roasted new potatoes, grilled portobello mushrooms, or saut&# 195;©ed escarole for a complete Italian-inspired meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners that need a touch of sophistication without requiring hours in the kitchen.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
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Pat chicken breasts dry and rub lightly with melted butter. Season with salt and pepper.
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Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165ðF (74ðC).
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While chicken grills, prepare hazelnut butter: Combine 1/4 cup softened butter, dry-roasted hazelnuts, parmesan cheese, lemon zest, chopped tarragon, salt, and pepper in a food processor.
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Blend hazelnut mixture until smooth and creamy.
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Transfer hazelnut butter to a sheet of plastic wrap, roll into a tight cylinder, twist ends to seal, and refrigerate until firm.
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Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
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Slice the chilled hazelnut butter cylinder into thick rounds.
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Top each chicken breast with two slices of hazelnut butter immediately before serving to allow it to melt.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 448.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 17.5g27%
- Saturated Fat 4.7g24%
- Cholesterol 208.8mg70%
- Sodium 193.1mg9%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 67.9g136%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Store leftover hazelnut butter in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Substitutions: If hazelnuts are unavailable, pecans or walnuts work well. For a dairy-free version, use a high-quality vegan butter and nutritional yeast instead of parmesan.
Tip: Ensure the butter is softened but not melted when making the hazelnut butter for the best texture.
Serving Suggestion: This dish pairs excellently with roasted new potatoes, grilled portobello mushrooms, or sautéed escarole.
