Italian-style lemon chicken
Savor the vibrant flavors of Italian-style lemon chicken in this delightful recipe! Featuring succulent chicken breasts cooked in a rich blend of butter, garlic, and capers, and topped with zesty lemon, juicy tomatoes, tangy olives, creamy feta, and fresh parsley. A perfect Mediterranean-inspired dish for your next dinner!
- 13 Mar 2024
- Cook time 10 min
- Prep time 5 min
- 6 Servings
- 10 Ingredients
Italian-style lemon chicken is a flavorful and zesty dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The combination of tender chicken breasts with a zesty lemon butter sauce, capers, and fresh vegetables creates an aromatic and delicious meal that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts, then season them with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Mince the garlic cloves.
- Rinse and drain the capers.
- Zest the lemons to get 2 tablespoons of zest.
- Dice the tomato and thinly slice the red onion.
- Pit and slice the olives.
- Crumble the feta cheese.
- Chop the fresh parsley.
- In a large skillet, melt 1/4 cup (55g) of the butter over medium-high heat.
- Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate, keeping it warm.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1/4 cup (55g) of butter and melt over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Stir in the capers and lemon zest, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add the sliced red onion and diced tomato to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften.
- Stir in the sliced olives and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce and vegetables.
- Spoon the sauce over the chicken to ensure it is well coated and cook for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley over the chicken and sauce.
- Serve the Italian-style lemon chicken hot, garnished with extra parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
Tips:
- Make sure to pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Use fresh lemons for zesting to ensure the best flavor.
- Prepare all the vegetables before you start cooking to streamline the cooking process.
- Use a high-quality butter for a richer, more flavorful sauce.
- Don't overcook the chicken; use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
With the right ingredients and a few simple steps, you can create a delicious Italian-style lemon chicken that's sure to become a favorite. The combination of lemon, capers, olives, and feta cheese creates a dynamic flavor profile that pairs beautifully with the tender chicken and fresh vegetables. Enjoy your meal with a side of crusty bread or a light salad for a complete dining experience.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 230 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 340kcal | 14% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 27g | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 6g | 2% |
| Fiber 1.56g | 4% |
| Sugar 2.31g | 2% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 22g | 26% |
| Saturated 11g | 37% |
| Cholesterol 140mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 200ug | 22% |
| Choline 100mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B1 0.16mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 0.34mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B3 11mg | 71% |
| Vitamin B6 1.04mg | 61% |
| Vitamin B9 33ug | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 0.45ug | 19% |
| Vitamin C 12mg | 14% |
| Vitamin E 1.11mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K 90ug | 73% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 100mg | 8% |
| Copper, Cu 0.15mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 1.92mg | 17% |
| Magnesium, Mg 45mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus, P 310mg | 25% |
| Potassium, K 530mg | 16% |
| Selenium, Se 27ug | 51% |
| Sodium, Na 530mg | 35% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.35mg | 12% |
| Water | |
| Water 160g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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