Chicken Breasts Diane in the Microwave Recipe

Name: Chicken Breasts Diane in the Microwave
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts; ½ teaspoon salt (optional); ½ teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 tablespoons fresh scallions or 3 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped; 12 limes or 12 lemon; 2 tablespoons brandy (optional); 3 tablespoons parsley, chopped; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; ¼ cup low sodium chicken broth

Servings: persons

4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
½ teaspoon salt (optional)
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons fresh scallions or 3 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
12 limes or 12 lemon
2 tablespoons brandy (optional)
3 tablespoons parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
¼ cup low sodium chicken broth

1
Place chicken breast between 2 pieces of wax paper and flatten slightly with meat mallet.
2
season with salt and pepper to taste.
3
In a glass or ceramic baking dish, melt the butter and mix with the oil.
4
Place the chicken in the dish, turning to coat with butter/oil mixture on all sides.
5
Microwave on HIGH for 3 minutes (adjust the time if needed per the wattage of your microwave).
6
Let rest 1 min; then turn chicken over; microwave on HIGH another 3 min or until done, but NOT overcooked; set aside.
7
In a microwave safe bowl, prepare 'sauce' by mixing together the scallions (or chives), lime juice (or lemon), brandy, Dijon mustard and parsley.
8
Microwave the 'sauce on HIGH for 1 min; then add to it, the 'juices' from the cooked chicken and the chicken broth; stir until smooth.
9
Pour the sauce over the chicken and serve immediately with your accompaniments, such as a baked potato and steamed veggies.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, ½ teaspoon salt (optional), ½ teaspoon black pepper, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Chicken Breasts Diane in the Microwave 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.

Chicken Breasts Diane in the Microwave

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