Drew'S Favorite Lemon Chicken With Rice And Peas

Name: Drew'S Favorite Lemon Chicken With Rice And Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons flour; 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts; Salt and pepper; Juice & Zest of 1/2 lemon; 2 1/2 cups chicken stock; 1 inch garlic paste; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 1/2 cups instant rice; 1/2 cup frozen peas

Servings: persons

1
PREP CHICKEN
2
Dice chicken breasts in to 1 inch pieces
3
Salt and pepper chicken
4
Put flour on a plate an dredge chicken shaking off excess flour.
5
COOK RICE
6
Bring 1 1/2 cups of chicken stock to a boil in a medium sauce pan.
7
Add rice & peas and bring back up to boil.
8
Turn off heat and cover.
9
MEANWHILE
10
COOK CHICKEN
11
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat
12
Add chicken pieces and lemon zest.
13
Cook turning occasionally until chicken is browned.
14
Add remaining 1 cup of chicken stock and garlic stir to combine.
15
Lower heat to medium and cook until bubbly and sauce is thick - about 4-5 minutes.
16
FINISH MEAL
17
Add butter to chicken and sauce mix.
18
Turn off heat.
19
Add lemon juice and stir to combine.
20
Serve chicken and sauce over rice and peas.

834

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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.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons flour, 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, Salt and pepper, and more.

Yes, Drew'S Favorite Lemon Chicken With Rice And Peas 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!