🌿🍋Zesty Italian Chicken Supper with Limoncello Mousse 💕

From Mrs. Clay’s Cozy Kitchen

Hey friends! 💛
Tonight’s farmhouse supper is all sunshine and comfort — tender chicken marinated in zesty Italian dressing, a side of buttery herb-and-garlic rice, crisp green beans, a garden-fresh salad, and warm Italian bread straight from the oven. And for dessert? A soft, lemony Limoncello Mousse that feels like a sweet kiss of summer. 🍋✨

It’s cozy, flavorful, and perfect for gathering everyone around the table. 💕

🍗 Zesty Italian Chicken

Tender, juicy, and full of bright flavor — this one’s a keeper. 🌿

Ingredients:

• 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 cup zesty Italian dressing (homemade or store-bought)

• Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, or basil)

• Salt & pepper to taste

Directions:
1️⃣ Place chicken and dressing in a resealable or vacuum-sealed bag with herbs and seasonings.
2️⃣ Marinate overnight in the refrigerator. 🌙
3️⃣ Cook sous vide at 145°F (63°C) for 1½–2 hours.
4️⃣ Pat dry, then bake or broil at 425°F for 5–8 minutes to caramelize the edges. ✨
5️⃣ Garnish with parsley or a drizzle of leftover dressing before serving.

💛 Tip: Save a little marinade to drizzle over your rice before serving for that extra burst of zesty brightness.

🍚 Herb & Garlic Rice with Lemon Zest

Soft, buttery, and bright with lemon — the perfect partner to your zesty chicken. 🍋

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked white rice

• 1 tbsp butter or olive oil

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp dried parsley

• ½ tsp thyme or basil

• Zest of one lemon

• Salt & pepper to taste

Directions:
1️⃣ Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
2️⃣ Add garlic and herbs; stir until fragrant.
3️⃣ Toss in cooked rice, stir gently, and finish with lemon zest. 🌿
Serve warm and aromatic alongside your chicken.

🥦 Butter-Garlic Green Beans

Simple, crisp, and full of farmhouse flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed

• 1 tbsp butter

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• Salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste

Directions:
1️⃣ Steam or blanch beans until bright green and tender.
2️⃣ Sauté garlic in butter until fragrant, then toss in beans.
3️⃣ Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice for a pop of freshness. 🍋

🥗 Simple Garden Salad

A crisp, colorful salad that brings balance to the meal.

Ingredients:

• Mixed greens

• Cherry tomatoes

• Cucumber slices

• Shredded carrots

• Shaved parmesan (optional)

Toss With:
Zesty Italian dressing or olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

🌿 Mrs. Clay’s Tip: Chill your salad plates before serving — it makes each bite cool and refreshing.

🥖 Warm Italian Bread with Herbed Butter

Because every cozy dinner needs warm bread on the table. 💕

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf Italian or French bread

• 4 tbsp butter, softened

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp dried parsley

• Pinch of salt

Directions:
1️⃣ Mix butter, garlic, parsley, and salt.
2️⃣ Slice bread halfway through into thick slices.
3️⃣ Spread butter mixture between slices, wrap in foil, and bake at 350°F for 10–12 minutes until warm and golden.

✨ Optional: Sprinkle with parmesan or drizzle olive oil before serving for an extra touch of farmhouse comfort.

🍋✨ Limoncello Mousse

Light, creamy, and full of sunshine — the perfect ending to your meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream, chilled

• 3 egg yolks

• ⅓ cup sugar

• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 2 tbsp Limoncello (or extra lemon juice for non-alcoholic version)

• 1 tsp lemon zest

• 1 tbsp butter

• ¼ cup mascarpone cheese (optional)

• Whipped cream & lemon curls for garnish

Directions:
1️⃣ In a heatproof bowl over simmering water, whisk egg yolks, sugar, lemon juice, and Limoncello.
2️⃣ Cook 5–7 minutes, whisking constantly, until thickened.
3️⃣ Stir in butter and lemon zest; cool completely.
4️⃣ Whip cream (and mascarpone, if using) until soft peaks form.
5️⃣ Gently fold cooled lemon mixture into the whipped cream.
6️⃣ Spoon into jars or glasses and chill for at least 2 hours.

✨ Top with whipped cream, lemon zest, or a sprig of mint for a hint of sparkle.

💛 Mrs. Clay’s Cozy Note:
“This mousse is sunshine in a spoon — light, tangy, and the sweetest way to end your cozy Italian supper.” 🌸

🌸 Serving Notes

Serve this meal family-style — chicken on a platter, sides in warm bowls, and mousse in pretty jars or teacups. Add a basket of steaming herbed bread and a vase of lemon sprigs or herbs for a farmhouse finish. 🌿🍋✨