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Chicken Francese

A comforting dish featuring tender chicken in a light and zesty lemon sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • Shallow dishes for dredging
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Start by placing the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet to gently pound them to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch.
  2. In one shallow dish, place the flour seasoned with salt and pepper. In another dish, whisk together the eggs and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  3. Coat each chicken breast in the seasoned flour, shaking off the excess. Then dip it into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
  4. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and half of the butter over medium heat.
  5. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits.
  7. Allow the sauce to simmer for a few minutes until slightly reduced. Stir in the remaining butter until melted.
  8. Return the chicken to the skillet, turning to coat it in the sauce. Cook for an additional minute to heat through.
  9. Plate the chicken and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with a side of pasta or vegetables.

Notes

For an even more flavorful sauce, add a splash of white wine when simmering the broth and lemon juice.