Lemon Chicken Breasts With Almonds Recipe

Name: Lemon Chicken Breasts With Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 chicken breast halves; 1/3 c. fresh lemon juice; 1/4 c. olive oil; 3 Tbsp. Dijon mustard; 3 garlic cloves; 1/4 tsp. dried rosemary; 2 Tbsp. butter; 1 c. chicken broth; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch, dissolved in some broth; 1/2 c. slivered almonds; 1 tsp. grated lemon peel

Servings: persons

1
Marinate chicken breast halves for two hours in lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, cloves and rosemary, combined in blender until thick.
2
Remove chicken and reserve marinade.
3
In large frying pan, melt 2 tablespoons butter.
4
Add chicken and cook until lightly browned, about five minutes each side.
5
Remove chicken and set aside.
6
Scrape reserved marinade into frying pan.
7
Add chicken broth and cornstarch.
8
Bring to a boil and cook, stirring, until thick and smooth, about 2 minutes.
9
Add almonds and lemon peel. Return chicken to pan; heat through and serve with rice.
10
Garnish with parsley.

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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.

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: 6 chicken breast halves, 1/3 c. fresh lemon juice, 1/4 c. olive oil, 3 Tbsp. Dijon mustard, and more.

Yes, Lemon Chicken Breasts 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!

Lemon Chicken Breasts With Almonds

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