chicken francaise

19 Pinches 3 Photos
beulah, MI
Updated on Feb 19, 2016

Moist and delicious with a tangy buttery sauce

prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Pan Fry
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 - chicken breasts skin removed
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 cup each white wine and chicken stock
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 - lemon juiced and zested
  • - salt and pepper

How To Make chicken francaise

  • Step 1
    Butterfly the chicken breast ( hold a long knife along the thicker part of the breast and cut almost through and open like a book. Place some plastic wrap over top and pound to flatten to about 1/2 inch.
  • Step 2
    Place the eggs into a dish large enough to fit the chicken breast. Season the eggs with salt and pepper. Add the parsley and parmesan cheese. Mix well.
  • Step 3
    Place flour in another dish. Add the olive oil and half the butter to a large skillet. Coat the chicken in flour shaking off the excess. Dip in the egg wash Fry about 4 minutes each side depending on how thick.
  • Step 4
    Remove chicken to a plate. Add the wine to the pan. Let reduce to about half. Add the chicken stock, garlic and lemon juice. Add the remaining butter. Add the chicken back to pan and cook a couple of minutes.
  • Step 5
    Serve the chicken with the sauce over top.

Discover More

Category: Chicken
Culture: French
Ingredient: Chicken
Method: Pan Fry

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