Basil & Lemon Chicken

Bright, herbaceous, and perfectly creamy, this Basil & Lemon Chicken is a standout dish that brings effortless gourmet flavor to your table. Benissimo Tuscan Oil and Mediterranean Garlic infuse tender chicken tenders with rich, aromatic depth, while fresh basil and lemon add a lively, refreshing touch. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing family and friends without any fuss.

Serves 4

Ingredients:

1 pound chicken tenders
¾ ounce fresh basil leaves, sliced
½ cup fresh lemon juice, about 2 lemons
2 tablespoons Mediterranean Garlic
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

Instructions:

1.  Heat Mediterranean Garlic in a nonstick skillet.  Salt & pepper chicken tenders and cook in Mediterranean Garlic about 2 minutes each side or until they begin to brown.  Add chopped fresh garlic and sauté another minute.

2. Pour in lemon juice and white wine and simmer until liquid reduces to about half.  Pour in chicken broth and simmer again until liquid reduces.  Add in mushrooms and capers, cook until heated.     

3. Stir in heavy cream to incorporate.  Add basil leaves and cook for 1 minute.  Salt & pepper to taste.

Optional:  Stir in 8 ounces fresh asparagus and cook an additional minute or two until tender crisp.

This Basil & Lemon Chicken is a versatile and flavorful option for easy recipes, weeknight recipes, and family recipes. The combination of creamy chicken, lemon and basil chicken, and Mediterranean-inspired flavors makes it ideal for quick dinners or special occasions. With Benissimo oils and seasonings, you can transform simple ingredients into a dish that’s bold, satisfying, and guaranteed to become a family favorite.