Wednesday, September 10, 2008

Garlic Chicken

This simple chicken dish paired with a green vegetable or large salad make a healthy, well-balance meal.

Ingredients
3-5 tsp. garlic paste (in a tube)
2/3 C. low-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp. grated lemon zest
1 Tbs. fresh lemon juice
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper
2 tsp. olive oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, pounded thin (about 1 1/2 lbs.)
2 Tbs. flour
1 Tbs. butter
1/4 C. snipped chives

Directions
In small bowl, whisk garlic paste, broth, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper; set aside. In large non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Dredge chicken in flour, shaking off excess. Add chicken to pan and sauté 4 minutes per side or until golden brown. Transfer chicken to plate. Whisk garlic mixture to combine and pour into skillet. Bring to a boil and return chicken to pan. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook 5 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Add butter and chives to sauce. Spoon sauce over chicken when serving.

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