Lemon Chicken
Lemon Chicken is the perfect dish for busy weeknights or entertaining family and friends! Tender chicken pieces are coated in a tangy lemon sauce that's packed with zing. The juicy chicken and bright sauce create a delicious combination that is delicious. Whether you enjoy it with rice, whole wheat noodles, or vegetables, Lemon Chicken is a versatile and flavorful meal that's great for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast boneless skinless
- ½ tsp salt sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
- ¼ cup lemon juice about 2 lemons, fresh
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp butter unsalted
- 1 tsp oregano or fresh if available, dried
- 1 tbsp parsley chopped (optional, for garnish, fresh
- 1 bag cauliflower gnocchi Trader Joe’s brand
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- First, prepare the chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Sear the chicken: Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until they’re golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
- Make the lemon sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Simmer and thicken: Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly. Stir in the butter and dried oregano until the butter melts and the sauce becomes silky. Return the chicken to the pan, spooning the lemon sauce over the top. Simmer for another 2 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Cook the cauliflower gnocchi: While the chicken simmers, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a separate skillet over medium-high heat. Add the Trader Joe’s cauliflower gnocchi directly from the freezer and sauté for 8-10 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the gnocchi is golden and crisp on the outside and tender on the inside.
- Serve: Finally, plate the cauliflower gnocchi and top with the lemon chicken. Spoon extra lemon sauce over the chicken and gnocchi. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor. Avoid bottled lemon juice, as it can taste less vibrant.
- Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption while keeping it juicy.
- Cook the gnocchi straight from the freezer for a crisp texture. Avoid thawing it, which can make the gnocchi mushy.
- Sauté garlic just until fragrant, about 30 seconds, to avoid burning and bitterness in the sauce.
- Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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- Nutrition Facts
- Nutrition Facts Lemon Chicken Amount Per Serving Calories 324 Calories from Fat 198 % Daily Value* Fat 22g34%Saturated Fat 6g38%Trans Fat 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat 2gMonounsaturated Fat 11gCholesterol 161mg54%Sodium 773mg34%Potassium 889mg25%Carbohydrates 3g1%Fiber 0.5g2%Sugar 1g1%Protein 49g98% Vitamin A 339IU7%Vitamin C 11mg13%Calcium 32mg3%Iron 1mg6% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
- Calories 324
- Calories from Fat 198
- % Daily Value*
- Fat 22g
- 34%
- Saturated Fat 6g
- 38%
- Trans Fat 0.3g
- Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
- Monounsaturated Fat 11g
- Cholesterol 161mg
- 54%
- Sodium 773mg
- 34%
- Potassium 889mg
- 25%
- Carbohydrates 3g
- 1%
- Fiber 0.5g
- 2%
- Sugar 1g
- 1%
- Protein 49g
- 98%
- Vitamin A 339IU
- 7%
- Vitamin C 11mg
- 13%
- Calcium 32mg
- 3%
- Iron 1mg
- 6%
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor. Avoid bottled lemon juice, as it can taste less vibrant.
- Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption while keeping it juicy.
- Cook the gnocchi straight from the freezer for a crisp texture. Avoid thawing it, which can make the gnocchi mushy.
- Sauté garlic just until fragrant, about 30 seconds, to avoid burning and bitterness in the sauce.
- Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Check out all of our Kitchen Favorites! Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts Lemon Chicken Amount Per Serving Calories 324 Calories from Fat 198 % Daily Value* Fat 22g34%Saturated Fat 6g38%Trans Fat 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat 2gMonounsaturated Fat 11gCholesterol 161mg54%Sodium 773mg34%Potassium 889mg25%Carbohydrates 3g1%Fiber 0.5g2%Sugar 1g1%Protein 49g98% Vitamin A 339IU7%Vitamin C 11mg13%Calcium 32mg3%Iron 1mg6% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.