Indulge in a flavorful chicken francese dish made just for one person. This recipe features tender chicken cutlets dipped in a tangy egg and lemon sauce, pan-fried to perfection. Serve with a side of pasta or vegetables for a satisfying meal. It's a quick and easy dinner option that will impress your taste buds!
Ingredients
- 1 chicken breast, sliced in half horizontally
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- In a shallow dish, mix together flour, salt, and black pepper.
- In another shallow dish, beat the eggs and combine with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each chicken cutlet in the flour mixture, coating both sides.
- Next, dip the coated chicken cutlet into the egg mixture, making sure it is evenly coated on both sides.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter.
- Add the chicken cutlets to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add lemon juice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release the flavorful bits.
- Reduce the heat to low and return the chicken to the skillet. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Transfer the chicken to a plate, spoon some sauce over the top, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve hot with pasta or your favorite side dish. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Chicken Francese is a popular Italian-American dish.
The tangy lemon sauce is the highlight of this recipe.
You can also use veal or fish instead of chicken for variety.
It's a versatile dish that can be served for lunch or dinner.