SICILIAN LEMON CHICKEN WITH RAISIN-TOMATO SAUCE
Seared lemon chicken breasts are complimented with a sweet and tangy sauce and served over angel hair pasta. A garnish of lemon zest, shaved Parmesan cheese, and a basil sprig lends this dish a professional look.
Provided by Larry Elder
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Soak the raisins in warm water until they plump, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the onion, garlic, pine nuts, and olives. Season with bay leaves, oregano, and cayenne. Cook until the onions have softened and begun to turn golden, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and season with salt and pepper; cook for 5 more minutes. Add the raisins, balsamic vinegar, and sugar; cook, stirring occasionally until thickened, about 5 more minutes. Remove the bay leaves, and stir in the julienned basil. Cover and keep warm.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. While the skillet is heating, toss the chicken with the lemon juice to coat (the lemon zest will be used later). Cook the chicken on both sides until golden brown and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a warm plate, and allow to rest for about five minutes.
- To serve, slice each chicken breast against the grain into thin slices. Divide the pasta into four wide, shallow bowls. Fan the chicken slices out over top of the pasta, and spoon the tomato sauce over them. Sprinkle with lemon zest, Parmesan cheese, and a sprig of basil to garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 823.2 calories, Carbohydrate 99.4 g, Cholesterol 102.4 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 57.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 782.3 mg, Sugar 25.9 g
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abdlla ali
[email protected]This dish looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.
Rahila Ahmed
[email protected]I'm definitely going to be making this dish again. It's a new family favorite!
Afra's Den
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to introduce kids to new flavors. My kids loved the sweet and tangy sauce.
Abubaker Jutt
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!
Sakib Al hasan Roki
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some roasted chicken that I needed to use up, and this recipe was the perfect solution.
Shaheena Siddique
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of raisins, but I actually really liked them in this dish. They added a nice sweetness and texture.
Sphelele Sph
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the leftovers are even better the next day.
Michael Jhonson Christian
[email protected]The sauce was a little runny. I had to thicken it up with some cornstarch.
mian wahab 196
[email protected]This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less raisins.
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[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to make. I was able to get dinner on the table in under an hour. And it tasted like it had been simmering all day.
Pranab Das
[email protected]Wow! This recipe is a keeper. The chicken was so moist and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Nazeer Ahmed
[email protected]This Sicilian Lemon Chicken with Raisin Tomato Sauce was a delightful dish! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfectly balanced with a sweet and tangy flavor. I served it over pasta and it was a hit with my family.