Easy Chicken Limone Delight: A Zesty, Tender Skillet Meal That’s Pure Comfort in Minutes!
Ingredients
Here’s everything I use, measured out with love:
- 2 chicken breast fillets (about 250g / 1/2 pound each)
- Salt flakes and black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 1 golden shallot, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup chicken stock or broth
- 3 teaspoons gelatin or 1/2 teaspoon glucomannan powder
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- Lemon slices and freshly chopped parsley (to serve)
I line it all up on my counter, and it’s like a limone feast waiting to happen. This makes 4 hearty servings—perfect for sharing or savoring solo, depending on my mood. It’s my roadmap to zesty bliss. I always double-check my stash before I start—it’s my ritual to stay chill. Nothing’s worse than missing garlic mid-chop, right? Keeps me in the groove and ready to cook.
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Chicken
Let’s get slicing—cut 2 chicken breast fillets in half lengthwise (I love that tender promise!). Season both sides with salt flakes and black pepper—generous and bold (my kitchen’s buzzing with savory vibes!). It’s the flavorful kickoff—pure seasoning delight!
Step 2: Fry the Chicken
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat—sizzle time (my heart races for that golden glow!). Fry each piece in batches ‘til lightly golden and cooked to 74°C / 165°F inside—juicy and perfect (my kitchen smells like a dream!). Remove and set aside on a plate—pure frying joy (my anticipation’s building!).
Step 3: Sauté the Aromatics
Add 1 tablespoon salted butter to the skillet—melt it down (my heart races for that buttery hum!). Toss in 1 finely chopped golden shallot and 2 finely chopped garlic cloves—sauté ‘til translucent, about 2-3 minutes (my kitchen’s a garlic haven!). Mix it up—aromatic love (my senses are dancing!).
Step 4: Build the Sauce
Pour in 3/4 cup chicken stock or broth, add 3 teaspoons gelatin or 1/2 teaspoon glucomannan powder, and 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves—bring to a simmer (te juro que vas a suspirar como yo la primera vez!). Scrape those browned bits—cook 3-4 minutes ‘til it thickens slightly (my kitchen’s a sauce symphony!). It’s the zesty heart—pure flavor magic!
Step 5: Add the Lemon
Stir in 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest and 3 tablespoons lemon juice—bright and bold (my heart’s full!). Mix well—pure citrus joy (my kitchen’s alive!). It’s the tangy finish—pure skillet bliss!
Step 6: Reunite the Chicken
Return the chicken to the skillet—coat it in sauce and heat through (my anticipation peaks!). Cook ‘til warm—succulent and ready (my kitchen’s a feast!). It’s the grand reunion—pure tender love!
Step 7: Garnish and Serve
Plate it up—top with lemon slices and freshly chopped parsley (my kitchen’s a flavor dream!). Serve hot—pure zesty joy (my table’s set!). Enjoy—pure comfort delight!