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Creamy Lemon Butter Chicken

Creamy Lemon Butter Chicken for Joyful Weeknight Dinners

A quick, flavorful Creamy Lemon Butter Chicken recipe perfect for weeknight dinners and special gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Cutlets Lean protein, can substitute with shrimp
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adds heat
  • 1 tablespoon Tuscan Heat Spice Herb and spice blend
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For richness
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Chicken Stock Concentrate Provides savory base
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Infuses acidity
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For cooking chicken
For the Zucchini
  • 2 medium Zucchini Can substitute with yellow squash
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For crispy topping
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese For creaminess
For the Couscous
  • 1 cup Israeli Couscous Can substitute with quinoa
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions Adds mild flavor

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Slice the zucchini into rounds and toss them with olive oil, Tuscan Heat Spice, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast the zucchini in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes until tender and golden.
  4. Season chicken cutlets with salt, pepper, and Tuscan Heat Spice. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Cook chicken cutlets for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. In a separate pan, heat olive oil and sauté scallion whites until fragrant. Add Israeli couscous and toast lightly for 2 minutes.
  7. Add water to couscous, cover, and simmer for 6-8 minutes until tender.
  8. Remove zucchini from the oven, toss with panko breadcrumbs and mozzarella, then broil for 2-3 minutes until bubbly.
  9. In the skillet, lower heat and add chicken stock concentrate, lemon juice, sour cream, and butter. Stir until creamy.
  10. Mix cooked couscous with scallion greens and lemon zest. Serve chicken with creamy sauce, alongside crispy zucchini rounds and couscous.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dishCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat chicken in the oven to maintain moisture and re-crisp zucchini.

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