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Chicken Francese

Chicken Francese
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Chicken Francese is a classic Italian-American dish that captivates the palate with its tender chicken cutlets bathed in a zesty lemon sauce. This delightful recipe brings a burst of flavor to your dinner table, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken breasts (boneless and skinless, cut in half lengthwise)
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon pepper (freshly ground, or to taste)
  • 3 large eggs
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large lemon (sliced into thin rounds, seeds removed)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
  • ½ cup white grape juice (dry)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter (unsalted)
  • 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the coating by mixing flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Beat eggs in another bowl.
  2. Coat each chicken breast in the flour mixture, then dip into the beaten eggs.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry coated chicken until golden brown on both sides; transfer to paper towels.
  4. In the same pan, sauté lemon slices until fragrant, then add chicken broth and grape juice. Stir in lemon juice, flour, and butter until slightly thickened.
  5. Return the chicken to the pan; simmer briefly to meld flavors. Garnish with parsley before serving.

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