Description
This Chicken Francese recipe is a flavorful Italian-American dish that features chicken breasts dredged in flour and egg, then lightly pan-fried to golden perfection. It’s finished with a luscious lemon butter sauce, offering a bright and zesty flavor. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this quick and elegant dish pairs well with pasta or vegetables.
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts
- All-purpose flour
- Eggs
- Lemon juice
- Chicken broth
- White wine (optional)
- Butter
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, then dip in beaten eggs.
- Heat olive oil in a pan and fry the chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove from the pan.
- In the same pan, sauté garlic, then deglaze with white wine (optional) and chicken broth.
- Stir in lemon juice and butter, simmering until sauce thickens.
- Return the chicken to the pan and coat with the sauce. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- You can substitute white wine with more chicken broth if preferred.
- Serve with pasta, rice, or vegetables to complete the meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg