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Best Chicken Francese Recipe

Best Chicken Francese Recipe


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4.5 from 14 reviews

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Succulent chicken francese brings Italian-American cuisine to your dinner table with tender chicken cutlets bathed in a zesty lemon butter sauce. Crisp edges and tangy flavors make this classic dish a restaurant-quality meal you can easily prepare at home.


Ingredients

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Main Proteins:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Flour and Cheese:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Liquid and Seasoning Ingredients:

  • 3 large eggs
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • Juice of 2 lemons (approximately 60 milliliters / 2 fluid ounces)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Garnish:

  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Gently tenderize chicken breasts to a uniform thickness using a meat mallet, ensuring even cooking and consistent texture.
  2. Season the flattened chicken pieces with salt and pepper, creating a foundational flavor profile.
  3. Carefully coat each seasoned chicken breast in all-purpose flour, delicately shaking off any excess to prevent clumping.
  4. Whisk eggs and grated Parmesan cheese in a shallow dish, creating a rich, creamy coating mixture.
  5. Warm a skillet over medium heat, combining butter and olive oil to create a golden, flavorful cooking base.
  6. Dredge floured chicken through the egg-Parmesan mixture, ensuring complete and even coverage.
  7. Carefully place coated chicken into the heated skillet, cooking for 4-5 minutes per side until achieving a crisp, golden-brown exterior.
  8. Transfer cooked chicken to a warm plate, maintaining its temperature and crispness.
  9. Deglaze the same skillet with chicken broth, white wine, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, creating a vibrant pan sauce.
  10. Simmer the liquid for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and reduce slightly.
  11. Gently return chicken to the pan, letting it bathe in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to enhance flavor and moisture.
  12. Garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley, adding a bright, herbal finish to the dish.

Notes

  • Pound chicken evenly to ensure uniform cooking and tender texture.
  • Use thin-cut chicken breasts for quicker cooking and more delicate results.
  • Shake off excess flour thoroughly to prevent a heavy, clumpy coating on the chicken.
  • For a gluten-free version, replace wheat flour with almond flour or cornstarch.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the egg mixture for a subtle kick of heat.
  • Fresh lemon juice makes a significant difference compared to bottled juice.
  • Pat chicken dry before flouring to help the coating adhere better.
  • Let chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking to retain moisture and juiciness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 360 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 320 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 36 g
  • Cholesterol: 165 mg