Description
A classic Italian-American dish featuring tender chicken cutlets in a bright, buttery lemon sauce.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece in flour, then dip in beaten egg mixed with Parmesan.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add chicken broth and lemon juice to the skillet, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over it. Garnish with parsley and lemon slices before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.