Lemon Basil Chicken (Printable Version)

Juicy chicken breasts cooked in a bright lemon and fresh basil sauce, perfect for a quick dinner.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Protein

01 - 680 grams chicken breast

→ Dairy

02 - 28 grams unsalted butter

→ Aromatics

03 - 2-3 garlic cloves, minced

→ Thickening agent

04 - 16 grams all-purpose flour

→ Liquids

05 - 240 milliliters chicken stock

06 - 45 milliliters fresh lemon juice

→ Herbs and seasonings

07 - 1.5 teaspoons lemon zest

08 - 3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

09 - Salt and black pepper to taste

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Flatten the chicken breasts with a meat mallet and season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.

02 - Melt 14 grams (1 tablespoon) butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet.

03 - Melt remaining butter in skillet. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

04 - Whisk in flour until fully combined to form a roux.

05 - Gradually pour in chicken stock and lemon juice while stirring to prevent lumps. Stir in lemon zest.

06 - Return chicken breasts to skillet and simmer, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through.

07 - Sprinkle chopped basil over chicken, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For richer flavor, substitute chicken breasts with bone-in, skin-on thighs and extend cooking time accordingly. Serve alongside rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables.

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