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Chicken Francese

Chicken Francese

Chicken Francese is a delightful dish that combines the zesty flavor of lemon with tender pan-fried chicken, making it a perfect weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cutlets
Course: EVENING DINNERS
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 cutlets Chicken breasts sliced into cutlets
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper fresh-ground
For the Dredging
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute
  • 2 large Eggs beaten
For the Cooking
  • ¼ cup Olive oil for sautéing
  • 3 tablespoons Butter preferably unsalted
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken broth homemade or low-sodium
  • ¼ cup Lemon juice fresh
  • 1 slices Lemon slices for garnish
For the Finish
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • measuring spoons
  • tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken cutlets with salt and black pepper, making sure to coat both sides well.
  2. Dredge chicken in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess, then dip into the beaten eggs.
  3. Pan-fry the coated chicken cutlets in a skillet with olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat for about 4-5 minutes per side.
  4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and deglaze the pan by adding chicken broth and fresh lemon juice.
  5. Reduce the sauce over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  6. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and lemon slices to the sauce.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over the top, and let bubble together for another minute.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cutletCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure even seasoning and avoid overcrowding the pan when frying.

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