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Creamy Chicken Francese

Tender chicken in a delicate lemon cream sauce, gently pan cooked until golden and silky. Light yet comforting, this dish brings fresh flavor and warmth to the table, perfect for an easy dinner that still feels special
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 chicken breasts sliced into thin cutlets
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
Sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh
  • 1/2 cup cream
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. Slice chicken breasts into thin cutlets and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Beat eggs in a shallow bowl until smooth and place flour in another bowl.
  3. Dip each chicken piece into flour, then coat with the egg mixture.
  4. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
  6. In the same pan, add chicken broth and lemon juice, simmer for 3 minutes.
  7. Stir in cream and let the sauce thicken slightly.
  8. Return chicken to the pan and coat with the sauce.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

You can lighten the dish by using light cream or reduce butter. Serve with pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.