Chicken Francese Recipe
Immersed in the essence of Italian-American cuisine our Chicken Francese effortlessly combines succulent chicken breasts that are expertly seared with a captivating lemon wine sauce that evokes memories of Mediterranean sunsets. Every mouthful transports you to a villa, where the tanginess of freshly squeezed lemons harmonizes, with the subtle notes of wine while hints of garlic and parsley share stories of timeless culinary customs.
4 Servings
Ingredients
For the Chicken Francese:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut in half lengthwise creating 4 thinner breasts)
- ¼ c all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 2 large eggs beaten well
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
For the Lemon Sauce:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- ⅔ c dry white wine
- ⅔ c low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 whole lemon sliced thinly
- Fresh Italian parsley chopped
- Parmesan Cheese grated
Instructions
For the Chicken:
- Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create four pieces.
- In a bowl combine flour, kosher salt, black pepper and garlic powder.
- In a bowl beat the eggs until mixed.
- Dip the chicken, in the flour mixture and shake off any excess. Then coat it in the beaten eggs.
- Heat some oil in a skillet over high heat. Cook the chicken until it turns brown on both sides. Set it aside.
For the Lemon Sauce:
- Reduce the heat to medium. In that skillet melt some butter.
- Whisk in flour. Cook for 2 minutes while scraping off any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Pour in wine. Let it simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and lemon juice to the skillet while stirring continuously until it thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken to the skillet ensuring that it is well coated with the sauce.
- Garnish with lemon slices, parsley and grated Parmesan, before serving warm.
Notes
If you're exploring for a twist, on this delicious Chicken Francese recipe don't worry! We've got you covered. Instead of using all-purpose flour you can try utilizing a reliable gluten-free flour blend. There are a bunch of options in the market including almond or coconut flour which are quite popular. Just make sure that the blend you choose doesn't overpower the flavors of the dish. It's always an idea to double-check your chicken broth to guarantee that it doesn't hold any additives. By making these adjustments you can relish this classic without any uneasiness, about gluten.