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Try This Delicious Lemon Chicken and Noodles Recipe

Lemon Chicken and Noodles

Try This Delicious Lemon Chicken and Noodles Recipe

Lemon often doesn't get the appreciation it deserves as a recipe ingredient. It can add acidity, extra flavor, and help balance a recipe. For being such a simple ingredient, it really is quite a versatile powerhouse.

Lemon takes center stage in this recipe, bringing to life an excellent combination of chicken and noodles. Both chicken and pasta are staples in many American households, but finding tasty and unique ways to eat them can be challenging. This is especially true if you've already run through as many ideas as you can think of!

Sometimes, the right answer is a simple one. This recipe does require some effort, but the end product is a delightful dinner that everyone will enjoy. Plus, your family will be able to reap the benefits of eating a high-protein meal. What more can you ask for?

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Lemon Chicken and Noodles

Ingredients:

4 chicken breast halves, skinned and boned
1/3 cup flour
6 Tablespoons butter, divided
2 Tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 cup chicken broth
3 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 package egg noodles

 

Directions:

1. Slice chicken crosswise into narrow strips.  Coat lightly with flour.

2.  Saute chicken and 3 Tablespoons of butter, over medium-high heat, until cooked through, stirring frequently.

3.  Remove and keep warm.  Cook egg noodles according to package directions, drain and lightly butter.

4.  Add onion and cook until soft, about 1 to 2 minutes.

5.  Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add lemon juice and bring to a boil until mixture is reduced to about 1/3 cup (4 to 5 minutes).

6.  Remove from heat and add remaining 3 Tablespoons butter.

7.  Return chicken to pan and heat through. Serve with egg noodles. Makes 4 servings.   

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