Scrumptious Bruschetta

Heavenly Lemon Chicken

The Italians are very good at creating substantial snacks. Bruschetta is wonderful because it uses very simple ingredients yet yields something that looks good and is easy to eat. For a simple one-pot meal, lemon and chicken are a delicious combination that can be quickly put together. Add some bread and salad and your guests will sing your praises for a long time.

Scrumptious Bruschetta

Total time: 15 minutes
Serves 4

Bruschetta is one of the quickest and easiest snacks to make in the world, it is also very satisfying.

• 1 loaf Ciabatta bread sliced in half bagel style and cut into 4 inch (10cm) slices
• 2 or 3 (medium size) ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 small tin anchovy fillets (optional - You can use mozarella as an alternative)
• Salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Garnish with basil or chopped parsley

1. Toast the Ciabatta bread (both sides).
2. Gently rub the cut side with a cut clove of garlic (be careful not to over do it).
3. Spread a thin layer of chopped tomatoes over each slice.
4. Place 1 anchovy fillet strip on each slice (optional).
5. Sprinkle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
6. Add garnish.

Heavenly Lemon Chicken

Total time: 15 minutes
Per person

• 1 chicken breast fillet skinned
• 2 teaspoons butter
• Juice from 1/2 lemon
• Salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon parsley, chopped

1. Place each fillet between two sheets of wax paper & pound to an even thickness (approx 1/4").
2. Melt butter in a pan over medium heat until bubbly.
3. Add the chicken and sauté until golden (3 minutes per side).
4. Remove the cooked chicken to a warm plate, and "de-glaze" pan with lemon juice.
5. Add parsley, stir quickly and pour over chicken as sauce.

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