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Chicken Francese

Irresistible Chicken Francese: Quick Lemon Butter Delight

Savor the flavors of Chicken Francese, a quick and easy Italian-American dish featuring tender chicken in a luscious lemon butter sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts cut in half for quick cooking
  • 2 large Eggs acts as a binding agent
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free flour if desired
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter provides richness; olive oil can be used for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth low-sodium broth is a healthier alternative
  • 0.5 cup Dry White Wine replace with additional broth for a non-alcoholic option
  • 2 medium Fresh Lemons used for juicing and garnish
For the Garnish
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Parsley optional but recommended for taste

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • shallow bowl
  • plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets, and gently pound to an even thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Set up a dredging station with flour on one plate and beaten eggs in a shallow bowl. Coat each chicken piece in flour, then dip in egg.
  3. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the coated chicken in a single layer and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Remove chicken and add chicken broth, white wine, and lemon juice to the skillet. Scrape up browned bits to enhance the sauce flavor.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer in the lemon butter sauce for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices. Serve immediately with sides like pasta, rice, or vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh lemon juice and avoid letting cooked chicken sit too long in sauce to maintain crispiness.

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