Herb-Crusted Chicken with Lemon Butter Sauce Recipe
A flavorful vegan main featuring herb-coated tofu (our ‘chicken’), pan-seared to perfection and topped with a lemony, buttery, dairy-free sauce.
Ingredients
For the “Chicken”
- 1 block extra-firm tofu 14 oz, pressed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Lemon Butter Sauce
- 2 tbsp vegan butter
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp water
- Pinch of sea
Instructions
- Slice tofu into cutlets about ½ inch thick, because presentation matters—even if you’re just cooking for your cat.
- Mix breadcrumbs, parsley, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl like you're the witch in a flavor fairy tale.
- Brush tofu with olive oil, then coat each slice in the breadcrumb-herb mix until it’s serving Parisian bistro realness.
- Sear tofu in a skillet over medium heat for 4–5 minutes per side until it’s golden and pretending to be poultry.
- Melt vegan butter in the same pan, toss in garlic, and cook for a hot minute—literally one.
- Add lemon juice, zest, and broth. Let simmer for 3 minutes, pretending you’re a Michelin-star chef with gossip to spill.
- Whisk cornstarch slurry into the sauce until thick enough to emotionally support your tofu.
- Drizzle sauce over the tofu like you’re styling an influencer’s plate.
- Serve hot, and maybe cry happy tears.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 275
- Total Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
🌿 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 22%
- Iron: 18%
- Vitamin C: 15%
- Vitamin K: 30%
- Magnesium: 12%
💡 Additional Notes & Tips
- Press tofu properly—seriously, nobody likes a soggy bottom.
- Add fresh rosemary for bonus elegance if you're feeling like a brunch queen.
- Use a splash of white wine in the sauce if your dinner guests are over 21 and under dramatic.
- Serve with roasted potatoes, steamed asparagus, or a solid rom-com.