Chicken Breast with Lemony Courgette, Butter Beans and ’Nduja
A vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dish that pairs juicy chicken breast with bright lemony courgette, creamy butter beans, and the smoky heat of ’nduja. The quick stovetop sear followed by a short oven finish makes it a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Recipe by Substack · Structured by ReelsMeals
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Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast
- 1 courgette
- 7 1/10 oz butter beans
- 1 4/5 oz ’nduja
- 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- a pinch salt
- black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 392°F (400°F).
- 2Season the chicken pieces with a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.
- 3Heat the olive oil in a large oven‑proof skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and brown on all sides, about 3–4 minutes per side.
- 4Add the sliced courgette to the skillet and sauté for 3–4 minutes until just softened.
- 5Stir in the butter beans and crumble the ’nduja into the pan, mixing until everything is evenly coated.
- 6Add the lemon juice and sprinkle the lemon zest over the mixture, stirring briefly to combine.
- 7Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 167°F (165°F) and the flavors have melded.
- 8Remove from the oven, let rest for 2 minutes, then serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs such as parsley or basil.
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- How long does it take to make Chicken Breast with Lemony Courgette, Butter Beans and ’Nduja?
- About 30 minutes in total: 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking.
- How many servings does this Chicken Breast with Lemony Courgette, Butter Beans and ’Nduja recipe make?
- This recipe makes 2 servings as written; ingredient quantities on this page can be scaled.
- Where does this Chicken Breast with Lemony Courgette, Butter Beans and ’Nduja recipe come from?
- It was shared by Substack on instagram.com. ReelsMeals structured the original post into this step-by-step card; the original is linked above.