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Experience the delightful taste of Chicken Piccata with this flavorful lemon butter chicken breast recipe. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for a satisfying dinner, featuring tender chicken, bright lemon zest, and creamy coconut milk paired with fresh green beans. Ideal for anyone seeking a quick, delicious home-cooked meal.

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)
1 pound green beans (ends trimmed and cut in half)
1 small shallot (minced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 medium lemon (zest and juice)
1 can full-fat coconut milk (14 ounces)
chopped fresh thyme or parsley
steamed brown rice
cauliflower rice
crusty bread
whole wheat pasta

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and season the chicken with salt and pepper.
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large, ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown, about 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter, then add the green beans, shallot, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the green beans are crisp-tender.
Remove from heat, then zest the lemon into the pan and squeeze in the lemon juice. Gradually stir in the coconut milk until well combined.
Return the seared chicken to the skillet.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165 degrees F and the juices run clear (cooking time may vary based on chicken size).
Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges, rice, pasta, and/or bread as desired.

Notes

For a paleo option, substitute ghee for butter and use coconut milk to replace dairy ingredients.
Ensure to use full-fat coconut milk for a creamy sauce.
You can swap green beans for asparagus if preferred.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 540
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 40g
Cholesterol: 150mg