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Zesty Lemon Chicken Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
6 Whole Chicken Breasts, boned and skinned
2 cups Fresh Lemon Juice (9-10 lemons)
1 cup All Purpose Flour
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup safflower oil
2 tablespoons grated lemon peel
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
14 cup chicken broth
2 lemons, sliced
Fresh Parsley, minced
Directions:
Directions:
In large zip lock bag, combine chicken breasts and lemon juice. Squeeze out air and seal. Refrigerate overnight, turning once.

Remove chicken, reserving 2 tablespoons of marinade, and pat dry. Put flour, salt, paprika and pepper in a plastic bag. Shake until well mixed. Put chicken breasts in bag, one at a time, and shake to coat evenly. In large skillet, heat oil and fry breasts, a few at a time, until well browned, about 10 minutes. Arrange chicken in a single layer in large baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with lemon peel and brown sugar. Mix chicken broth and reserved 2 tablespoons of marinade and pour around chicken. Place a thin lemon slice on top of each breast and sprinkle with minced parsley. Bake at 350º for 20-30 minutes or until tender.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
6
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
Excellent hot and terrific cold, this is a treat for al fresco dining on your patio or in the mountains. And yes, you really do need 10 lemons!

 

 

 

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