Lemon Herb Chicken with Rustic Veggie Biscuits
This delightful dish showcases tender chicken bathed in a rich, flavorful broth infused with fresh herbs and vibrant vegetables. Paired with flaky, homemade rustic biscuits, it's a wholesome meal that perfectly balances comfort food with healthy ingredients. Inspired by the crispness of spring, this meal is sure to be a family favorite, providing a nutritious yet satisfying option for dinner. With the bright notes of lemon and the fragrant dill, each bite is a celebration of seasonal bounty that both kids and adults will enjoy!
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Servings
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Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
Baking Mix (not with buttermilk)
1 cup and 2 tablespoons (Measured)
Milk
1/3 cup (Measured)
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves
4 medium (1 1/2 pounds) (Pounded and cut into 1/2-inch chunks)
Salt and Pepper
to taste (Used for seasoning)
Olive Oil
5 teaspoons (Measured)
Carrots
2 medium (Chopped)
Onion
1 small (4-6 ounces) (Chopped)
Celery
1 stalk (Chopped)
Reduced-Sodium Chicken Broth
1 cup (Measured)
Cornstarch
2 tablespoons (Measured)
Milk
1/2 cup (Measured for sauce)
Frozen Peas
1 cup (Thawed)
Fresh Dill
1 tablespoon chopped, plus additional sprigs for garnish (Chopped and reserved for garnish)
Fresh Lemon Juice
2 teaspoons (Freshly squeezed)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). In a medium bowl, combine the baking mix with 1/3 cup of milk until just mixed. Don’t overmix! On an ungreased cookie sheet, drop the biscuit dough to form 4 even mounds. Bake in the oven for about 10 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown.
2
While the biscuits are baking, prepare the chicken. Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness of 1/2 inch. Cut the chicken into 1/2-inch chunks and season with salt and pepper.
3
In a 12-inch skillet, heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 6-7 minutes or until they are cooked through and no longer pink in the center, stirring occasionally. Once cooked, transfer the chicken into a bowl and set aside.
4
In the same skillet, add the remaining 3 teaspoons of olive oil and reduce the heat to medium. Add the chopped carrots, onion, and celery; sauté for about 8 minutes until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
5
Once the vegetables are tender, pour in the reduced-sodium chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
6
In a separate small cup, mix the cornstarch with 1/2 cup of milk until smooth. Gradually add this mixture to the boiling broth and stir continuously. Boil for an additional minute while stirring until the sauce thickens.
7
Remove the skillet from heat, and then stir in the thawed peas, chopped dill, lemon juice, and the cooked chicken. Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt and adjust seasoning as needed.
8
To serve, ladle the chicken and vegetable mixture into four shallow dinner bowls. Top each bowl with a warm biscuit and garnish with additional dill sprigs.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is named Lemon Herb Chicken with Rustic Veggie Biscuits.
What oven temperature is required for the biscuits?
The oven should be preheated to 450°F (230°C).
How many biscuits does the recipe make?
The dough should be dropped into 4 even mounds to make 4 biscuits.
How long should the biscuits bake?
Bake the biscuits for about 10 minutes or until they are golden brown.
How should the chicken be prepared before cooking?
Pound the chicken to an even thickness of 1/2 inch and cut it into 1/2-inch chunks.
How much olive oil is needed for the whole recipe?
A total of 5 teaspoons of olive oil is used (2 teaspoons for chicken and 3 teaspoons for vegetables).
How long do you cook the chicken chunks?
Cook the chicken pieces for about 6-7 minutes until they are no longer pink.
Which vegetables are sautéed together?
Chopped carrots, onion, and celery are sautéed together.
How long should the vegetables be sautéed?
The vegetables should be sautéed for about 8 minutes until they are tender.
What kind of broth is recommended for this dish?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of reduced-sodium chicken broth.
How is the sauce thickened?
The sauce is thickened by mixing cornstarch with 1/2 cup of milk and stirring it into the boiling broth.
How much cornstarch is required?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of cornstarch.
When should the frozen peas be added?
The thawed peas should be stirred in after the skillet is removed from the heat.
What fresh herb is used to flavor the chicken?
Fresh chopped dill is used to flavor the dish.
How much lemon juice is needed?
You will need 2 teaspoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
How is the dish served?
Ladle the mixture into four shallow dinner bowls and top each with a warm biscuit.
What can be used as a garnish?
The dish can be garnished with additional dill sprigs.
Does this recipe contain nuts?
No, this recipe is tagged as nuts-free.
Is this considered a quick meal?
Yes, the recipe is categorized with a 'quick meal' tag.
What type of baking mix should I use?
Use 1 cup and 2 tablespoons of baking mix, specifically not the buttermilk variety.
How much milk is used for the biscuit dough?
1/3 cup of milk is used to form the biscuit dough.
How much chicken is required?
The recipe calls for 4 medium boneless skinless chicken breast halves, approximately 1 1/2 pounds.
Should the cookie sheet be greased for the biscuits?
No, the biscuit dough should be dropped onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
What seasonality does this dish reflect?
The dish is inspired by the crispness and bounty of spring.
Can I use frozen peas directly?
The recipe specifies that the 1 cup of frozen peas should be thawed before being stirred in.
How much fresh dill should be chopped?
One tablespoon of fresh dill should be chopped for the mixture.
What size skillet should be used?
A 12-inch skillet is recommended for cooking the chicken and vegetables.
How is the chicken seasoned?
The chicken is seasoned with salt and pepper before cooking.
What is the texture of the sauce?
The sauce is described as a rich, flavorful broth that is thickened into a sauce.
Is this recipe suitable for families?
Yes, it is described as a wholesome family favorite that balances comfort with healthy ingredients.