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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken over Creamy Risotto
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, mix 1/4 cup of flour with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Dredge the chicken breasts in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in 1/2 cup of chicken broth and the lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the lemon garlic butter sauce over the top. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- In a separate pot, bring 4 cups of chicken broth to a simmer. Add the Arborio rice and cook, stirring frequently, for 18-20 minutes until the rice is creamy and tender. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- To serve, spoon the creamy risotto onto plates and top with the lemon garlic butter chicken. Garnish with chopped fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken over Creamy Risotto is a delectable dish that combines the zesty flavors of lemon and garlic with the richness of butter and creamy risotto. This dish has its roots in Italian cuisine, where the creamy risotto is a staple, and the addition of lemon and garlic-infused chicken brings a burst of flavor. Renowned chefs like Giada De Laurentiis and Mario Batali have popularized this dish, and it has become a favorite in upscale Italian restaurants worldwide. The key to a perfect Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken over Creamy Risotto lies in achieving the perfect balance of tangy lemon, savory garlic, and creamy risotto texture. For the best version of this dish, head to authentic Italian restaurants known for their risotto expertise. The key elements to get right are the tenderness of the chicken, the creaminess of the risotto, and the balance of lemon and garlic flavors. Alternatively, some chefs also prepare this dish with a twist by grilling the chicken for a smoky flavor or infusing the risotto with herbs like thyme and rosemary for added depth.
60 min
4
480 calories
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