Best 4 Amaretto Lemon Chicken Recipes

"Amaretto lemon chicken" features crispy chicken and a delicious sauce made from butter, amaretto liqueur, lemon juice, and spices. The chicken can be prepared by searing on the stove top and finishing in the oven or baking it in the oven the entire time. Served with rice or vegetables, this classic dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion, and it's surprisingly easy to make!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ARCADIAN CAFE'S CHICKEN AMARETTO

Arcadian Cafe's Chicken Amaretto image

Provided by Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts
Dish of water
1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Peanut oil, for frying
2 1/2 cups chicken broth or use 1 tablespoon of chicken paste with 2 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons almond-flavored liqueur (recommended: Amaretto)
Olive oil, for sautéing
4 portobello caps, sliced thin
1 garlic clove, sliced

Steps:

In a large heavy-bottomed pot, add 1/2-inch of oil and heat to 325 degrees F. Dip chicken in water, sprinkle curry on both sides, roll in flour and repeat for remaining chicken breast. Fry chicken in oil for 3 to 5 minutes on each side or until juices run clear when pierced. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate.
In a separate pot bring the broth to a boil. Sift the flour directly into the stock, and immediately start whisking. Continue to boil on medium heat until sauce starts to thicken. Stir in the liqueur.
In a separate skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the portobello slices and the garlic. Saute until mushrooms are tender.
Place chicken breast on plate, top with mushrooms, and then cover with the sauce.

AMARETTO LEMON CHICKEN

Amaretto Lemon Chicken image

Delicious and quick, but also a great dish for company. The lemon helps cut the richness of the Amaretto.

Provided by akcooker

Categories Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup canola oil
1/2 lb mushroom, cleaned and sliced
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup Amaretto
1 grated lemon, rind of
1 lemon, juice of
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
1 1/2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

Cut chicken into 1-inch wide strips.
Mix seasonings and flour in plastic zip-loc bag; shake chicken strips in mixture to coat thoroughly.
Melt butter over medium heat (or use oil) and saute chicken quickly.
Reduce to medium low and add mushrooms, almonds, lemon rind and juice and Amaretto.
Stir thoroughly and simmer to warm through, about 5 minutes.
Stir cornstarch into water, then blend with broth.
Pour into chicken mixture.
Cook over low heat until thickened, stirring constantly.
Serve over noodles or rice.

AMARETTO ALMOND CHICKEN RECIPE - (5/5)

Amaretto Almond Chicken Recipe - (5/5) image

Provided by Love2cook_

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
Flour, salt, pepper - mixed
1 clove minced garlic
3 T sliced almonds
1/4 cup Amaretto
1 cup heavy cream or half and half

Steps:

In a large skillet, melt the butter. Coat the chicken breast in the flour mixture and saute in the butter, turning until cooked thru and browned. Add garlic. Remove chicken and keep warm. Add almonds and Amaretto to the skillet and cook for 1 minute. Add the cream and heat thru stirring till thicken. Return the chicken to the skillet coating chicken. Let stand covered a few mins before serving.

CITRUS AMARETTO

Citrus Amaretto image

This is a tasty drink I made one day!

Provided by Dudelander

Categories Drinks Cocktail Recipes Vodka Drinks Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 fluid ounce amaretto liqueur
1 fluid ounce citron vodka
½ fluid ounce sweet and sour mix
3 fluid ounces ginger ale
5 ice cubes
1 lemon wedge

Steps:

Pour the amaretto, vodka, sour mix, and ginger ale into a cocktail shaker over ice. Cover, and shake until the outside of the shaker has frosted. Strain into an ice filled rocks glass, and garnish with a lemon wedge to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 13.4 mg, Sugar 26.6 g

Tips:

Brining the chicken: Brining the chicken in a mixture of water, salt, and sugar helps to keep it moist and flavorful during cooking. You can brine the chicken for up to 24 hours, but even a few hours will make a difference.
Using a flavorful marinade: The marinade for this recipe is packed with flavor, thanks to the combination of amaretto, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs. Be sure to let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
Cooking the chicken over medium heat: Cooking the chicken over medium heat helps to prevent it from drying out. Be patient and let the chicken cook through, without rushing the process.
Finishing the chicken in the oven: Finishing the chicken in the oven helps to ensure that it is cooked through and that the skin is golden brown and crispy.

Conclusion:

This amaretto lemon chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The chicken is moist and flavorful, thanks to the combination of brining, marinating, and cooking methods. The lemon and amaretto flavors pair perfectly together, creating a dish that is both sweet and tangy. Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.