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Chicken Francese Recipe

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Chicken Francese is a flavorful dish made with chicken breasts lightly coated in flour and egg, sautéed to golden perfection, and served in a zesty lemon-butter sauce. This easy-to-make recipe delivers a restaurant-quality meal, great for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Flatten chicken breasts to 1/2 inch thickness and season with salt and pepper.
  • Dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off excess.
  • Beat eggs and Parmesan in a bowl. Dip chicken into the egg mixture.
  • Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and cook chicken until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side. Set aside.
  • In the same pan, add butter, chicken broth, white wine, and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer.
  • Return chicken to the pan and simmer in the sauce for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • You can substitute white wine with extra chicken broth if preferred.
  • Serve with pasta or mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious lemon-butter sauce.

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