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Quick Delicious Father’s Day Dinner

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A flavorful and easy 15-minute chicken dinner perfect for busy days and special occasions like Father’s Day, featuring fresh herbs, garlic, and a bright lemon pan sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or basil
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced thin
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: grated Parmesan cheese or toasted pine nuts

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice chicken into even strips. Mince garlic, slice zucchini thinly, and chop fresh herbs.
  2. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Warm until shimmering but not smoking (about 1-2 minutes).
  3. Add chicken strips in a single layer, season with salt and pepper. Cook undisturbed for 3 minutes until golden on one side, then flip and cook another 3 minutes until fully cooked.
  4. Add minced garlic and sliced zucchini, stirring quickly. Cook for about 2 minutes until zucchini softens but still has a little bite.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from the pan. Let simmer for 1-2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Squeeze lemon juice over the pan, stir in chopped herbs, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Serve immediately, optionally topped with Parmesan cheese or pine nuts.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure proper browning. Add garlic after flipping chicken to prevent burning. Deglazing with broth is key for a flavorful sauce. Use fresh lemon juice at the end to brighten the dish. For gluten-free, verify broth ingredients. Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for vegetarian or pescatarian options.

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