Pan-Fried Chicken Lemon Butter (Printer-Friendly)

Juicy chicken, tangy lemon-butter sauce, Dijon, orzo, and feta. A fresh, quick, and flavorful meal idea.

# What You'll Need:

→ Poultry

01 - 1.1 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast

→ Sauce

02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
04 - 1 medium lemon, juiced and zested

→ Pasta

05 - 7 ounces orzo pasta

→ Dairy

06 - 3.5 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

→ Aromatics

07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced

→ Oils and Seasonings

09 - Extra virgin olive oil, for sautéing
10 - Kosher salt, to taste
11 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic. Cut the chicken breast into even pieces if not pre-sliced. Season chicken on both sides with salt and black pepper.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Add the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until lightly golden and aromatic.
03 - Add seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Avoid flipping too frequently to ensure a crisp exterior.
04 - While chicken cooks, whisk together the butter, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a small bowl.
05 - Once chicken is browned, pour the lemon butter sauce into the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring gently, until the sauce slightly thickens and fully coats the chicken.
06 - In a separate pot, bring water to a boil and season generously with salt. Add orzo and cook per package instructions, usually 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and return to pot. Add crumbled feta cheese and stir to combine until the cheese melts and forms a creamy mixture.
07 - Divide orzo onto serving plates. Top with pan-fried chicken and spoon the lemon mustard butter sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh herbs such as parsley or basil if desired.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For an extra depth of flavor, allow the chicken to rest for a couple of minutes before slicing and serving.
02 - Fresh lemon juice imparts the brightest flavor; avoid bottled juice for optimal results.