Chicken Amandine is a classic, elegant dish that feels special yet comes together quickly for weeknight dinners. The chicken breasts are lightly dredged in flour and pan-seared until golden and tender. The star of the show is the rich, nutty sauce made by toasting sliced almonds in butter until fragrant, then brightened with fresh lemon juice. This combination creates a perfect balance of savory richness and citrusy zest. It pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or mashed potatoes. With its crisp texture and aromatic flavors, this recipe delivers a restaurant-quality experience using simple pantry staples.
Chicken Amandine
Description
Chicken Amandine is a classic, elegant dish that feels special yet comes together quickly for weeknight dinners. The chicken breasts are lightly dredged in flour and pan-seared until golden and tender. The star of the show is the rich, nutty sauce made by toasting sliced almonds in butter until fragrant, then brightened with fresh lemon juice. This combination creates a perfect balance of savory richness and citrusy zest. It pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or mashed potatoes. With its crisp texture and aromatic flavors, this recipe delivers a restaurant-quality experience using simple pantry staples.Ingredients
Directions
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In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, and pepper together.
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Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then coat them evenly in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
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Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
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Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving platter and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
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Reduce the heat to medium and add another tablespoon of butter to the same skillet.
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Add the sliced almonds to the skillet and toast for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until they are lightly golden and fragrant.
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Stir in the lemon juice and cook for 30 seconds to combine.
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Spoon the warm almond-lemon sauce generously over the chicken breasts.
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Garnish with fresh parsley sprigs and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 179.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3.6g6%
- Saturated Fat 1.0g5%
- Cholesterol 85.0mg29%
- Sodium 2511.6mg105%
- Total Carbohydrate 3.1g2%
- Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 31.4g63%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
