Sauté of Chicken with Lemon & Thyme

(Serves 4)

Ingredients:

         4 chicken pieces (thighs or breasts)
         4 table spoons virgin olive oil
         1 large onion (diced)
         1 garlic clove (chopped fine)
         2 tsp fresh thyme or coriander (chopped)
         ½ oz butter
         2 lemons
         Salt & pepper to season

Preparation:

Heat the butter and oil in a hot saucepan, then add the onion and fry for 2-3 minutes.

Add the chicken (after removing any excess fat and skin) and seasoning, then turn the chicken frequently for about 15 minutes until brown and crisp all over.

Turn down the heat, add the herbs and cover with a lid. Continue cooking for a further 20 mins or until the juice runs clear when the chicken is pierced at its thickest points.

Remove chicken pieces and place in a warm serving dish.

Add the juice of the two lemons along with the herbs to the pan and simmer for 2-3 minutes, adding salt & pepper to taste.

Pour the sauce over the chicken pieces and serve.

An accompaniment of French fries, or potatoes and veg would serve this dish well.

 

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