Lemon & Basil Chicken

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Bright and herbaceous pan-seared chicken with a zesty lemon-basil skillet sauce
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This Lemon & Basil Chicken is a vibrant, quick-cooking meal that brings fresh Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table. Juicy chicken breast halves are seared until golden, then simmered in a fragrant sauce made with chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, and chopped basil. The addition of sliced onions and peppers provides a subtle sweetness and texture, balancing the bright citrus notes. It’s a light yet satisfying dish perfect for weeknight dinners or pairing with rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. Simple ingredients come together for a restaurant-quality result in under 30 minutes.

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Lemon & Basil Chicken

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 338.4

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This Lemon & Basil Chicken is a vibrant, quick-cooking meal that brings fresh Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table. Juicy chicken breast halves are seared until golden, then simmered in a fragrant sauce made with chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, and chopped basil. The addition of sliced onions and peppers provides a subtle sweetness and texture, balancing the bright citrus notes. It&# 226;ÂÂs a light yet satisfying dish perfect for weeknight dinners or pairing with rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. Simple ingredients come together for a restaurant-quality result in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken breast halves and brown on both sides.
  3. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat.
  5. Add sliced onion and cook for 2 minutes.
  6. Add pepper strips and cook for 1 minute.
  7. Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, and salt.
  8. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
  9. Reduce heat to low and return the chicken to the skillet.
  10. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  11. Stir in chopped basil and grated lemon peel.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 338.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23.2g36%
Saturated Fat 4.9g25%
Cholesterol 89.0mg30%
Sodium 82.0mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 27.0g54%

* 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

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.

You can substitute fresh basil with 1 teaspoon of dried basil if fresh is not available, adding it at the beginning of the simmering step.

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and olive oil for 30 minutes before cooking.

Serve over rice, quinoa, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Keywords: lemon, basil, chicken, breast, skillet, mediterranean, dinner, quick, easy, healthy, protein, herb, citrus, onion, pepper, broth, sauce, weeknight, family, savory, fresh
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