Another delicious Lesley Elizabeth recipe featuring our signature infused oil!
Basil & Lemon Chicken with Tuscan Oil
Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- ¾ ounce fresh basil leaves, sliced
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons Tuscan Oil
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, chopped
- ¾ cup white wine
- 8 ounces chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 8 ounces heavy cream
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: 8 ounces fresh asparagus, chopped
Instructions:
- Heat Tuscan Oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken tenders with salt and pepper, then cook for about 2 minutes per side or until lightly browned.
- Add chopped garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in fresh lemon juice and white wine. Simmer until liquid reduces by half.
- Add chicken broth and simmer again until reduced.
- Stir in mushrooms and capers, cooking until warmed through.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir to incorporate.
- Add sliced basil and cook for 1 minute. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Optional: Add asparagus and cook 1–2 minutes until tender-crisp.
This rich and tangy Basil Lemon Chicken is packed with flavor thanks to our Lesley Elizabeth Tuscan Oil. The combination of garlic, white wine, fresh basil, and lemon makes this dish perfect for any season—especially spring and summer!
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