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Lemon Basil Chicken

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A delightful Mediterranean-inspired dish where zesty lemon meets fragrant basil, creating a flavor explosion with tender chicken breast.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pound chicken breast
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2-3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 ½ tsp lemon zest
  • 3 tbsp chopped fresh basil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Flatten the chicken with a mallet.
  2. Season with salt and black pepper and set aside.
  3. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add the chicken and cook until lightly browned, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  5. Remove the chicken from the skillet.
  6. Melt the remaining butter in the skillet.
  7. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  8. Whisk in the flour until combined.
  9. Slowly pour in the chicken stock and lemon juice while stirring.
  10. Stir in the lemon zest.
  11. Return the chicken to the skillet.
  12. Simmer, stirring frequently until the sauce is thickened.
  13. Sprinkle with chopped basil.
  14. Season to taste with salt and black pepper and serve.

Notes

Choose fresh ingredients for vibrant flavors and don’t rush the browning of the chicken.

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