Ingredients:
- 4 chicken breasts, sliced in half and lightly pounded
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 diced shallot
- 2 diced garlic cloves
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 4 tablespoons cold butter
- 1 small jar capers
- Squeeze of lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped spinach or kale
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions:
- Prep chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour.
- Cook chicken: Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (about 6-8 minutes per side). Remove chicken and set aside.
- Sauté shallots and garlic: In the same skillet, sauté diced shallot and garlic until translucent and fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Make sauce: Deglaze the pan with chicken broth and lemon juice. Simmer until reduced by half. Whisk in cold butter until melted. Add capers and stir.
- Combine and serve: Return chicken to the pan to coat in sauce. Serve immediately.
Optional additions:
- For extra flavor: Add spinach, kale, crumbled feta cheese, or red pepper flakes.
- For a richer texture: Use a combination of butter and heavy cream.
- For a spicier kick: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
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