Description

This Chicken Piccata features juicy chicken breasts simmered in a decadent lemon butter sauce, perfectly complemented by crisp green beans. It’s an easy dish ideal for a quick dinner, loaded with flavor and health benefits.

Ingredients

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1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs or a mix!
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter divided (swap ghee to make paleo or vegan butter to make dairy free)
1 pound green beans ends trimmed and cut in half (or swap trimmed asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces)
1 small shallot minced
2 cloves garlic minced
½ teaspoon italian seasoning
1 medium lemon zest and juice, plus additional lemon slices for serving
1 can full-fat coconut milk (14 ounces) do not use light or the sauce won't thicken properly
chopped fresh thyme or parsley
steamed brown rice
cauliflower rice
crusty bread
whole wheat pasta

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F and season the chicken with salt and pepper.
In an ovenproof skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Sear the chicken for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown, then transfer it to a plate.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the remaining butter, green beans, shallot, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Cook for about 7 minutes, stirring frequently until the green beans are tender.
Remove the skillet from the heat and zest the lemon into the pan, adding the lemon juice afterward. Gradually pour in the coconut milk as you stir.
Return the chicken to the skillet, then place it in the oven and cook for 15 to 25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F and the juices run clear.
Sprinkle with parsley and serve with additional lemon wedges and your choice of rice, pasta, or bread.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with ghee or vegan butter.
Make sure to use full-fat coconut milk for a thicker sauce that delivers a rich taste.
Feel free to swap the green beans for asparagus or other vegetables of choice.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 590mg
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 100mg