Chicken Francese 

Chicken Francese is a classic Italian American dish that features tender, lightly battered chicken cutlets bathed in a luscious lemon-butter sauce. This dish is both elegant and approachable, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. The combination of crispy chicken and tangy sauce offers a delightful contrast that is sure to impress.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)

• ½ cup all purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• 2 large eggs

• 2 tablespoons water

• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

For the Sauce:

• 1 large lemon (sliced into thin rounds)

• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

• ½ cup dry white wine (e.g., Chardonnay)

• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

• ¼ cup flat leaf parsley (chopped)

• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Cut each chicken breast in half horizontally to create 4 thin cutlets.

   • Season both sides with salt and pepper.

2. Dredge the Chicken:

   • Place flour in a shallow dish.

   • In another shallow dish, beat the eggs with water.

   • Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.

3. Cook the Chicken:

   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Add chicken cutlets and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.

   • Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

4. Make the Sauce:

   • In the same skillet, add lemon slices and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

   • Add chicken broth, white wine, and lemon juice.

   • Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce reduces slightly, about 5 minutes.

   • Stir in butter until melted and the sauce thickens.

5. Combine and Serve:

   • Return chicken cutlets to the skillet, spooning sauce over them.

   • Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.

   • Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 282 kcal

• Protein: 17 g

• Fat: 16 g

• Carbohydrates: 14 g

• Sodium: 523 mg

• Cholesterol: 101 mg

• Fiber: 1 g

• Sugar: 1 g