Sauteéd Chicken Cutlets with Asparagus, Spring Onions, and Parsley-Tarragon Gremolata

Gluten Free
Health score
49%
Sauteéd Chicken Cutlets with Asparagus, Spring Onions, and Parsley-Tarragon Gremolata
45 min.
6
519kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Sautéed Chicken Cutlets featuring tender asparagus, vibrant spring onions, and a refreshing parsley-tarragon gremolata. This dish brings together the best of the spring harvest, celebrating the crispness of seasonal vegetables paired with succulent chicken cutlets that are simply irresistible.

Every bite offers a symphony of flavors, from the subtly fragrant saffron that enhances the dish’s aromatic profile, to the zesty kick from the fresh herbs. With each forkful, you'll savor the combination of luscious crème fraîche and rich chicken broth that creates a beautifully glistening sauce to elevate your meal. This recipe not only stands out as a perfect choice for lunch or dinner, but it's also gluten-free, making it a great option for a variety of dietary preferences.

Whether you’re cooking for a special occasion or a cozy family dinner, this vibrant main dish is sure to impress your guests and keep your taste buds dancing. Feel free to experiment with the proportions and even add your favorite vegetables; the versatility of this recipe makes it a staple in any home cook's repertoire. Ready to awaken your inner chef? Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds asparagus cut into 3-inch pieces, stems cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • tablespoon butter 
  • 12  chicken cutlets ()
  • servings kosher salt 
  • tablespoon tarragon fresh finely chopped
  • tablespoons cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest finely grated
  • 0.8 cup chicken broth 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided ()
  • teaspoons orange zest finely grated
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh italian finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon saffron threads (scant)
  • tablespoon shallots minced
  • 0.8 pound onion dark cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices, pale green parts cut into 1/2-inchthick slices (scant 2 cups) ( green parts discarded)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • aluminum foil
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Mix first 5 ingredients in small bowl;cover gremolata and set aside.
  2. Heat heavylarge skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Addsaffron and stir until slightly darker, about30 seconds.
  4. Transfer to another smallbowl; cool and crumble saffron. DO AHEAD: Gremolata and saffron can be made 2 hoursahead.
  5. Let stand at room temperature.
  6. Sprinkle chicken lightly with coarsesalt and pepper.
  7. Heat 1 tablespoon oil inheavy large skillet over medium-high heat.Working in batches and adding more oil asneeded, cook chicken until lightly brownedand just cooked through, about 2 minutesper side. Arrange chicken on platter; tentwith foil.
  8. Add 1 tablespoon oil and butter to sameskillet.
  9. Add white and green parts of onionsand sauté until beginning to soften, about4 minutes.
  10. Add asparagus.
  11. Sprinkle saffronover vegetables.
  12. Sprinkle with coarsesalt and pepper and sauté 1 minute.
  13. Addbroth, reduce heat to medium, and simmeruncovered until vegetables are tenderand broth reduces and thickens to glaze,about 5 minutes. Stir in crème fraîche andgremolata. Season with salt and pepper.Using slotted spoon, transfer vegetables toplatter, arranging around chicken.
  14. Drizzlesauce over chicken and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories519kcal
Protein59.93%
Fat31.13%
Carbs8.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.83
Glycemic Load
2.26
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
37.795217628064%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
5.4mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
9.3mg
Kaempferol
1.99mg
Myricetin
0.39mg
Quercetin
27.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:518.94kcal
25.95%
Fat:17.65g
27.15%
Saturated Fat:5.07g
31.68%
Carbohydrates:11.41g
3.8%
Net Carbohydrates:7.76g
2.82%
Sugar:4.88g
5.42%
Cholesterol:228.27mg
76.09%
Sodium:620.38mg
26.97%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:76.45g
152.89%
Vitamin B3:37.19mg
185.96%
Selenium:111.95µg
159.92%
Vitamin B6:2.76mg
138.01%
Vitamin K:92.23µg
87.83%
Phosphorus:807.99mg
80.8%
Vitamin B5:5.26mg
52.59%
Potassium:1657.01mg
47.34%
Vitamin B2:0.55mg
32.55%
Magnesium:116.47mg
29.12%
Vitamin B1:0.41mg
27.6%
Vitamin A:1354.81IU
27.1%
Iron:4.46mg
24.77%
Vitamin C:19.82mg
24.03%
Folate:91.4µg
22.85%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.34%
Zinc:2.81mg
18.71%
Vitamin E:2.73mg
18.22%
Copper:0.36mg
17.89%
Fiber:3.66g
14.62%
Vitamin B12:0.72µg
12.02%
Calcium:81.12mg
8.11%
Vitamin D:0.42µg
2.8%
Source:Epicurious