Best 2 Almond Lemon Chicken Recipes

Almond lemon chicken is a classic dish that combines the flavors of sweet and tangy citrus with the crunch of toasted almonds. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON ALMOND CHICKEN

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"Melt-in-your-mouth tender" is how folks describe this golden chicken with a delicate lemon sauce. The almonds add a subtle nutty flavor everyone enjoys.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2-3/4 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
6 large boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 large eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 tablespoon minced green onions
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup dry white wine or ginger ale
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Minced fresh parsley
1 lemon, thinly sliced

Steps:

In a shallow bowl, combine flour, salt and pepper; set aside 1/4 cup for sauce. Dredge chicken in remaining flour mixture, then dip in eggs. , Heat oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. , For sauce, melt remaining butter in a small saucepan. Add onions and garlic; cook for 1 minute. Stir in reserved flour mixture; cook and stir for 1 minute. Gradually add the broth, ginger ale and lemon juice; cook for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened and bubbly. Pour over chicken. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-30 minutes. Top with almonds, parsley and lemon. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calories, Fat 26g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 175mg cholesterol, Sodium 1517mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

ALMOND LEMON CHICKEN

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Lemony, spicy, flavorful chicken breasts. A good company dish. I like to serve this with plain cooked white or brown rice, and to spoon the sauce over it. Almondy lemony chickeny goodness!

Provided by Joy Bowers

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes Pan-Fried

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

5 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons Dijon-style prepared mustard
2 cloves garlic, chopped
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
6 ½ tablespoons olive oil
6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 cup sliced almonds
2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon cornstarch, dissolved in 1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons orange marmalade
2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
6 slices lemon, for garnish

Steps:

Combine the lemon juice, mustard, garlic and white pepper. Beat in 5 tablespoons of the olive oil. Put the chicken in a shallow container and pour the lemon mixture over it. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
In a large skillet, saute the almonds in 1/2 tablespoon of the olive oil until golden. Remove from skillet and reserve. Wipe out the skillet. Drain the chicken, reserving the lemon marinade. Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to skillet, then add chicken breasts and brown over high heat until breast is brown on each side (6 to 10 minutes). Remove from skillet and reserve.
Strain the lemon marinade into the skillet. Bring to a boil and boil for 1 minute. Add chicken broth and cornstarch/water mixture. Cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reduces by half (about 5 minutes). Add marmalade and stir over medium heat until melted. Stir in the butter a bit at a time over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in parsley and red pepper flakes. Return chicken to skillet and heat through. Add reserved almonds and garnish with lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 80.3 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 31.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 616.9 mg, Sugar 5 g

Tips:

Mise en place: Before you start cooking, measure and prepare all of your ingredients. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't forget anything.
Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly affect the flavor of your dish. Whenever possible, use fresh, organic produce and free-range, antibiotic-free chicken.
Don't overcrowd the pan: When you're cooking the chicken, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly and will make it more likely to stick to the pan.
Cook the chicken until it's golden brown: Don't be afraid to cook the chicken until it's golden brown. This will give it a nice, crispy crust and help to lock in the flavor.
Use a good quality white wine: The white wine you use in the sauce should be a good quality wine that you would enjoy drinking on its own. A dry or semi-dry white wine is best.
Reduce the sauce until it's thick and flavorful: Take the time to reduce the sauce until it's thick and flavorful. This will help to concentrate the flavors and create a delicious sauce for the chicken.

Conclusion:

Almond lemon chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, the sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the almonds add a nice crunch. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.