Chicken Francesa

Chicken Francesa is a restaurant-worthy dish that brings classic Italian-American flavors right to your table. This elegant yet approachable recipe features tender, golden-pan-fried chicken breasts coated in a light Parmesan-egg batter for a luscious texture and rich taste. Simmered in a buttery, tangy sauce of chicken broth, dry white wine, and fresh lemon juice, each bite is infused with vibrant flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions and pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables. Garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices, Chicken Francesa is an irresistible combination of simplicity and sophistication, destined to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 large Eggs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 0.5 cup Dry white wine
• 0.25 cup Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 4 slices Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and use a meat mallet to pound them to an even thickness, about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 2

Season the flour with salt and black pepper in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish, whisk the eggs and Parmesan cheese together until smooth.

Step 3

Dredge each chicken piece in the seasoned flour, shaking off the excess, and then dip them into the egg mixture, coating them evenly.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Cook the chicken in batches, about 3-4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, white wine, and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the sauce and whisk until it melts and the sauce becomes slightly thickened.

Step 8

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over each piece. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices if desired. Serve immediately with pasta, rice, or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1578.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2776.8

Total Fat 126.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 1489.4mg	0%
Sodium 4182.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 5.3g
Protein 265.9g	0%

Vitamin D 179.9IU	0%
Calcium 489.7mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 2644.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.4%

Protein: 40.5%

Carbs: 16.0%