Cheater'S Chicken Meuniere With Almonds Recipe

Name: Cheater'S Chicken Meuniere With Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 ounces brown gravy mix (I used Knorr); ½ tablespoons butter (1 1/2 sticks divided); 1/4 cup white wine; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 bay leaf; 2 tablespoons parsley, fresh, minced; 1/2 cup almonds, sliced; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast; 1 cup flour; salt & pepper

Servings: persons

1 1/4 ounces brown gravy mix (I used Knorr)
½ tablespoons butter (1 1/2 sticks divided)
1/4 cup white wine
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons parsley, fresh, minced
1/2 cup almonds, sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1 cup flour
salt & pepper

1
The sauce:.
2
Prepare brown gravy mix in accordance with package directions (basically, whisk 1 1/2 c water with mix and cook until thickened). Keep warm.
3
Add wine to gravy and cook 2 minutes over low heat.
4
Add lemon juice, worchestershire sauce, parsley, and bay leaf, and cook 2 minutes.
5
Add 8 tbs (1 stick) butter and stir occasionally. Once incorporated keep warm.
6
This makes enough sauce for several uses.
7
The almonds:.
8
Toast almonds in a dry heavy over medium hear skillet stirring constantly, until fragrant. Remove from pan so a not to scorce them.
9
The chicken:.
10
Pound chicken breasts until flattened into a uniform thickness of 1/2 inch.
11
Combine flour, salt, and pepper on a plate.
12
Heat the remaining butter and the olive oil into a large skillet until hot.
13
Dredge chicken into flour mixture to coat.
14
Place chicken in pan. Cook 4 minutes each side (or thereabouts) until done.
15
Drain chicken on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
16
Place chicken on a serving platter. Drizzle 3/4 to 1 cup of sauce over chicken and top with almonds.
17
Serve immediately.

518

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 ounces brown gravy mix (I used Knorr), ½ tablespoons butter (1 1/2 sticks divided), 1/4 cup white wine, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Cheater'S Chicken Meuniere With Almonds falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheater'S Chicken Meuniere With Almonds

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Variations & substitutions

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