Norwegian Skillet Chicken With Lemon and Fruit

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 0
Norwegian Skillet Chicken With Lemon and Fruit Recipe
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

70 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup almonds , chopped
3 lbs frying chickens , cut into serving pieces
salt , to taste
pepper , to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme , dried , crumbled
1 lemon , scrubbed , thinly sliced , seeds removed
2 2 cups dried apples or 2 cups dried peaches

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
668
Sugar
30g
Fat
41g
Norwegian Skillet Chicken With Lemon and Fruit is a hearty and warming meal that is perfect for chilly evenings or any time you want a comforting, hearty dish that doesn't take too long to prepare. This dish is flavorful and easy to make, all thanks to the lovely combination of chicken, lemon, and dried fruit. It’s also versatile and can be served with rice, couscous, or roasted vegetables, depending on your preference. Give this recipe a try and watch as your family and friends rave about your culinary skills!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325°F.
2.In a large skillet, melt butter over medium high heat. Add almonds and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate.
3.Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add oil to skillet and heat over medium high flame. Brown chicken until golden on all sides, about 10 minutes. Add thyme, lemon slices, and dried fruit to the skillet, stirring to coat.
4.Cover skillet with a lid or foil and bake for 45-50 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the fruit is tender.
5.Sprinkle with toasted almonds and serve hot.

PROS

This dish has a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors from the dried fruits and lemon.
It is also a one-pan meal, making clean-up easy.

CONS

This dish takes an hour to cook, which may be too long for some busy schedules.
Additionally, the dried fruit may not be a favorite for those who prefer fresh fruit.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein from the chicken and healthy fats from the almonds. The lemon and dried fruit also provide a healthy dose of vitamin C and fiber.

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