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Artichoke Chicken with Lemon Herb Sauce

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Artichoke Chicken with Lemon Herb Sauce is a flavorful and nutritious dish that combines lean chicken with the unique taste of artichokes and a zesty lemon herb sauce. This recipe is rich in protein and offers a burst of fresh and aromatic flavors.

Ingredients

 

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon capers
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
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Instructions

 

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.

  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

  3. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

  4. In the same skillet, add chopped onions and sauté until softened.

  5. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  6. Stir in artichoke hearts, chicken broth, dry white wine (if using), lemon juice, dried oregano, and dried thyme. Bring to a simmer.

  7. Add capers to the skillet and let the sauce thicken for 2-3 minutes.

  8. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes.

  9. Adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.

  10. Garnish the Artichoke Chicken with fresh parsley before serving.

  11. Serve this delicious and aromatic dish over rice or with your favorite side.

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Enjoy the delightful combination of artichokes and lemon herb sauce in this Artichoke Chicken dinner!

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