Delicious and Easy Chicken Francese Italian Style Recipe

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This Chicken Francese Italian Style recipe is a classic dish with a delicious twist. The chicken is coated in a light and tangy sauce made with white wine, lemon juice, and butter. It's a perfect dish for a special occasion or a fancy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. Dredge the chicken in flour, then dip in beaten eggs mixed with Parmesan cheese.
  3. Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and keep warm.
  5. In the same skillet, add remaining butter, white wine, chicken broth, and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes, until the sauce has slightly thickened.
  7. Serve the chicken hot, garnished with chopped parsley. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Chicken Francese is believed to have originated in America, not Italy.
  • The word 'Francese' means 'in the French style,' but the dish is often associated with Italian-American cuisine.
  • Chicken Francese is a popular dish in many Italian restaurants in the United States.