HERBED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH BUTTERED LEEKS
Here's an adaptation of a lovely, simple recipe created by Chef Jerry Traunfeld; it arrived in one of NPR's Lynne Rossetto Kasper's "Weeknight Kitchen" emailings. If you prefer, substitute 1/2 cup chopped dill for the 2 Tbs tarragon or marjoram. For leeks as a side dish minus the chicken, just carry out steps 1 and 2, then season to taste and serve. For a different side dish, carry out steps 1 and 2 but substitute sliced carrots for half the leeks and add garlic to taste plus a little lemon juice.
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Categories Chicken Breast
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet bring the chicken broth and 2 Tbs butter to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Cook leeks in the broth mixture over medium heat about 8 minutes, until tender with the broth boiled down enough that leeks are not completely submerged.
- Salt and pepper the chicken breasts and place on top of the simmering leeks, spooning some of leeks over the chicken.
- Reduce the heat to low and cook, covered, 10-15 minutes until done.
- Remove chicken and keep warm on a warmed platter.
- Increase the heat under the leeks to high and stir in the lemon juice, the remaining 2 Tbs butter, and the chopped herb. When the butter melts, taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if needed.
- Pour the leek sauce over the chicken and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.6, Fat 15.6, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 106, Sodium 522.2, Carbohydrate 8.2, Fiber 1, Sugar 2.2, Protein 28.9
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Kim Kats PRO
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe. The chicken was tough and the leeks were undercooked. The herb butter was the only saving grace.
sagina ansari
[email protected]This dish was just okay. The chicken was a bit dry and the leeks were bland. The herb butter helped a bit, but overall I was disappointed.
Benson Bongo
[email protected]This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the leeks were delicious. The herb butter was a great addition. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.
Jurnee Sanders
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit! The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the leeks are so creamy and delicious. The herb butter is the perfect finishing touch. I highly recommend this recipe!
Mjunaid Ujjan
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the leeks were perfectly cooked. The herb butter added a nice touch of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Beauty Zoe
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the leeks were so creamy. The herb butter was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again!
malak fahad
[email protected]This recipe was a total hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the leeks were buttery and tender. I especially loved the herbed butter, which really took the dish to the next level. I will definitely be making this again!