Chicken Breast with Zucchini Lemon Pan
Spoonsparrow and poultry from Europe present: Chicken breast with zucchini lemon pan – like a culinary vacation on the Mediterranean.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp paprika powder
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 60 ml chicken broth
- 60 ml lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp oregano
- 8 cloves garlic (chopped)
- 0.5 tsp Chili flakes
- 60 ml olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1.2 kg chicken breast fillet
- sunflower oil
- 5 zucchini (diced)
- 2 organic lemons (sliced and quartered)
- 0.5 bunch parsley (chopped)
- 1 organic lemon (sliced)
Instructions
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1.
Mix paprika, cumin, chicken broth, lemon juice, onion powder, oregano, garlic, chili flakes, and olive oil in a bowl; season with salt and pepper.
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2.
Brush the chicken breast all over with the mixture, then submerge it completely and refrigerate covered for at least 30 minutes.
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3.
Heat sunflower oil in a skillet over medium heat. Remove chicken from the mixture and sear both sides for about 15 minutes. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
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4.
Add zucchini to the same skillet; season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes, adding more oil if needed. Sauté on medium heat for 3 minutes, then add some of the reserved mixture and lemon quarters. Simmer while stirring for 3‑4 minutes.
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5.
Arrange sliced chicken breast and sautéed zucchini on a plate; top with chopped parsley and lemon slices before serving.