Chicken Francese
Chicken Francese is a delightful Italian dish featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy egg wash and bathed in a zesty lemon-butter sauce. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into an impressive meal that’s perfect for any occasion, from intimate date nights to lively dinner parties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep: Gather all ingredients and heat a large skillet over medium heat with butter.
- Dredge: Season the flour with salt and pepper. Coat each chicken breast in the seasoned flour.
- Egg Wash: Dip floured chicken into beaten eggs until fully coated.
- Sear: Cook coated chicken in the skillet until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
- Sauce: In the same skillet, add chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up brown bits for flavor.
- Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic and simmer until fragrant.
- Finish: Return chicken to the skillet, allowing it to soak up the sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Swap lemon juice for lime or add white wine for extra depth. Top with capers or additional herbs for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat gently in a skillet.