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Chicken with Lemon Olive Sauce
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Chicken with Lemon Olive Sauce

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Chicken with Lemon Olive Sauce is a flavorful dish featuring tender chicken complemented by a zesty lemon and olive sauce. This meal is rich in protein and provides a delicious way to enjoy a healthy diet.

This dish is served in various meal programs across New York City, including senior nutrition, shelter feeding, and catering.

Chef's Tip
For an appealing presentation, serve the chicken with a drizzle of the lemon olive sauce and a garnish of fresh herbs to enhance both flavor and visual appeal.
Allergen Info
Contains soy; Healthy Heart Food Service offers soy-free alternatives for those with sensitivities.
Did You Know?
The use of olives and citrus in cooking can be traced back thousands of years, with ancient civilizations, including the Greeks and Romans, incorporating these ingredients for flavor and health benefits.
NYC Connection
In New York City, chicken dishes are a staple in many school meal programs, reflecting the city's diverse culinary influences and commitment to providing nutritious options for students.

Popular Home Recipes for Chicken with Lemon Olive Sauce

Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Chicken with Lemon Olive Sauce shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.

Chicken with Lemon Olive Sauce is a delightful dish featuring tender chicken with a zesty lemon and olive sauce, perfect for a flavorful and healthy meal.

Yield4 servings
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup green olives, sliced
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. 2Season the chicken with salt and black pepper.
  3. 3Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. 4Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. 5Add chicken broth, green olives, lemon juice, lemon zest, and garlic to the skillet.
  6. 6Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  7. 7Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Chef Tips

  • Substitute thighs for darker, juicier meat.
  • Use kalamata olives for a richer flavor.

Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.

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About This Item

This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.