August 1, 2011

Summer-Style Gravy

In my hypothetical list of foods that are delicious in the summer, one would not find gravy.  It just screams winter to me.  This gravy, however, was way more summery than I had predicted.  The lemon gives it the perfect hint of summery freshness.  I made it for a friend a couple of weeks ago, and his response to it was, "I'd eat that again."  I think that means it was good!

Just a word to the wise though, it's not as good leftover as it is just after it has been cooked.  The lemon gives it a little bit of a bitter flavor when it's reheated.  

   
Chicken in Creamy Gravy

Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/4 cup milk
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 lemon slices

Directions:
1.  In a nonstick skillet, cook chicken in oil until browned on both sides, about 10 minutes; drain.  
2.  In a bowl, combine soup, milk, lemon juice, and pepper.  Pour over chicken. 
3.  Top each chicken breast with a lemon slice.  Reduce heat; cover and simmer until chicken juices run clear, about 5 minutes.

Source:  Unknown...found it in my recipe box

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