Lemon Chicken Almondine Recipe

Name: Lemon Chicken Almondine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 lemon, juice of; 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 cup toasted almond; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 tablespoon cornstarch dissolved in 1 tbsp water

Servings: persons

1
Pound the chicken breasts to 1/4 inch thickness. Place in a shallow dish.
2
Combine lemon juice, peel, Dijon, garlic, pepper, and olive oil. Pour over chicken, and marinate 1 hour, turning if necessary.
3
Toast the almonds till they are golden brown, about 5 min on a baking sheet in a 350 degree oven, or in the microwave on a plate for about 3 minutes.Set aside.
4
Drain chicken, reserving the marinade. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute the chicken till lightly browned and cooked through, about 5 min per side.
5
Remove the chicken to a plate.
6
Add reserved marinade and chicken stock to the pan, mixing together. Bring to a boil.
7
Reduce heat to medium and stir in the cornstarch mixture, continuing stirring till thickened and smooth.
8
Return the chicken to the pan and heat through, covering with sauce. Remove the chicken to a serving plate, cover with sauce and sprinkle with almonds.

490

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 lemon, juice of, 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, and more.

Yes, Lemon Chicken Almondine 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.

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Lemon Chicken Almondine

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Variations & substitutions

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