The bright fresh flavors of this Lemon Basil Chicken are sure to make it a new family favorite. This dish is not only delicious, but super simple going from fridge to fork in as little as 30 minutes.
Begin by scrambling the eggs in one bowl and combining the salt, black pepper, Italian Seasoning, flour, and grated parmesan in another bowl. Dredge each chicken cutlet in the egg mixture, then coat completely in the parmesan cheese mixture.
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breast cutlets and sear for 2 minutes on each side. The chicken should release when it is ready to turn. It is important not to move the chicken around until it is time to flip so it gets a nice crust.
Then place the lid on the skillet, reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for 3-6 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through to a internal temp of 165˚F. (Time will vary based on thickness of the chicken.) Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the butter and garlic and increase the heat to medium. Stir until the butter is melted.
Add the chicken stock (or wine) and lemon juice and bring to a simmer. Simmer until it has reduced by about 1/3, then stir in the basil.
Nestle the chicken into the sauce and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot. Enjoy!
Notes
Substitutions:
Chicken Breast — You can use chicken tenderloins in lieu of chicken breasts.
Chicken Broth — You can also use a dry white wine here if you prefer.
How to Store: To save leftovers, separate into meal sized portions and then place in an airtight container and store:
in the refrigerator for 3-4 days
in the freezer up to a month
How to Freeze: This Lemon Chicken can be prepared as a freezer meal. Since it is partially cooked, it will taste best when stored for up to 3 months. Follow the instructions that are provide in the full recipe post in the "freezer section".How to Reheat:
In the microwave on 30 second increments, until heated through.
Cover with tin foil and place into the oven at 350˚F for 15-20 minutes or until heated through
How to Scale: This recipe can easily be doubled if you are feeding a crowd or halved for smaller portions.