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Creamy Lemon Butter Chicken with Crispy Zucchini Delight


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  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delightful dish that combines savory chicken with a rich, creamy lemon sauce and crispy zucchini, perfect for dinner or special occasions.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cutlets Chicken Cutlets
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Tuscan Heat Spice
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 tablespoon Chicken Stock Concentrate
  • Juice of 1 Lemon
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 medium Zucchini
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1 cup Israeli Couscous
  • 2 scallions
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt (optional)
  • 1 cup Quinoa (optional)
  • 1 medium Yellow Squash (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken cutlets with salt, pepper, and Tuscan heat spice. Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the remaining butter, melt, then stir in sour cream, chicken stock concentrate, and lemon juice until smooth. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
  3. Slice zucchini and toss with panko breadcrumbs. Sauté or bake until crispy and golden brown.
  4. Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet with the sauce to coat each piece well. Top with grated mozzarella cheese and allow it to melt for a couple of minutes.
  5. Serve creamy lemon butter chicken over Israeli couscous or quinoa, with crispy zucchini on the side, garnished with chopped scallions.

Notes

For lower-fat options, Greek yogurt can be substituted for sour cream, and zucchini can be replaced with yellow squash or other vegetables.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 40g
  • Saturated Fat: 22g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg