Chicken Breasts With Shrimp Sauce Recipe

Quick, easy, and bursting with flavor! This 25-minute recipe for Chicken Breasts with Zesty Shrimp Sauce is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Tender chicken breasts are perfectly complemented by a vibrant shrimp sauce, making it a weeknight dinner winner. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 217.3 kcal
Protein 34g
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Chicken Breasts With Shrimp Sauce 40

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Ingredients for Chicken Breasts With Shrimp Sauce

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How to Make Chicken Breasts With Shrimp Sauce

  1. Dredge chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs) in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour seasoned with salt and pepper.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes per side), ensuring juices run clear.
  3. Remove chicken breasts from skillet and set aside to keep warm.
  4. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet.
  6. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes, or until pink and opaque.
  7. Stir in 1/4 cup chicken broth and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Simmer for 1 minute to slightly thicken the sauce.
  8. Pour the shrimp sauce over the chicken breasts and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

18g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicken Breasts With Shrimp Sauce?

Chicken Breasts With Shrimp Sauce takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicken Breasts With Shrimp Sauce?

Chicken Breasts With Shrimp Sauce has approximately 217.3 calories per serving, with about 34 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicken Breasts With Shrimp Sauce?

The key ingredients for Chicken Breasts With Shrimp Sauce are Chicken Breast Halves, Flour, Butter, Onion, Green Pepper, Garlic. See the full list with measurements above.

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