CHICKEN IN GREEN SAUCE

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An easy meal to throw together and it looks like you put a lot of work into it. Very good served with mashed potatoes...enjoy!

Provided by mydesigirl

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup chicken broth
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh squeezed
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons chives or 2 tablespoons scallions, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • On a plate,combine the flour,1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper and dredge the chicken in it shaking off excess.
  • In a large nonstick skillet,heat oil over medium heat,adding chicken.
  • Cook until golden brown,turning once (about 5 minutes).
  • Add broth,garlic,lemon juice,parsley,chives,tarragon,red pepper flakes and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • Bring to a boil,reduce to a simmer and cook,partially covered,until chicken is cooked through (about 10 minutes).
  • With a slotted spoon,transfer chicken onto 4 serving plates.
  • Bring sauce to a boil over medium-high heat,add the peas and cook,uncovered until the sauce is reduced to 1/2 cup (about 3 minutes).
  • Spoon the peas and sauce over the chicken and serve.

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