ONE-PAN DINNERS

Quick and easy family meals with minimal washing-up!

Saucy lemony chicken

SERVES 4

With just five simple ingredients, this easy chicken dinner is perfect for busy weeknights.

YOU WILL NEED

4 chicken breasts, butterflied (see Step 1) 
60g unsalted butter
150ml chicken stock
Juice of 1 lemon
2tbsp capers
Green beans and rice or potatoes, to serve (optional)

HOW TO DO IT

1 Butterfly the chicken by cutting it lengthwise, halfway down the fillet, but not all the way through. Open out like a book, cover with cling film and use a rolling pin to flatten to an even thickness. Season well with salt and pepper.

2 In a large frying pan, melt half the butter over a medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 2-3 mins on each side until cooked through and golden. Do this in batches if needed. Set aside and keep warm.

3 Added Add the chicken stock to the pan and bubble for 5 mins until reduced by half. Add the lemon, capers and remaining butter. Season and return the chicken to the pan. Simmer for 2 mins and scatter with parsley.

4 Serve the chicken with steamed rice or potatoes. If you like, add a glug of open white wine or sherry when you add the stock for a more sophisticated supper.