Heart-Healthy Chicken Francaise

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Heart-Healthy Chicken Francaise, a lighter spin on the classic Italian-American favorite. Perfectly golden and tender chicken breasts are coated in whole wheat flour and egg whites for a wholesome twist, then simmered in a vibrant lemon-garlic sauce made with low-sodium chicken broth and a touch of olive oil. This guilt-free dish boasts big flavors without the extra salt or butter, making it ideal for heart-conscious eaters. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices for a bright, elegant finish. Pair with steamed vegetables or a side of brown rice for a balanced, satisfying meal that doesn’t sacrifice taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 cup whole wheat flour
• 2 large egg whites
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 lemon lemon slices

Directions

Step 1

Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.

Step 2

Season the chicken with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Spread the whole wheat flour on a plate and coat each chicken breast in flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 4

In a shallow dish, beat the egg whites until frothy.

Step 5

Dip the floured chicken breasts into the egg whites, ensuring they are fully coated.

Step 6

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 7

Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and keep warm.

Step 8

Wipe out the skillet and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 9

Saute the minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant, but not browned.

Step 10

Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, bringing to a simmer.

Step 11

Stir in the unsalted butter until melted, which will help thicken the sauce slightly.

Step 12

Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top.

Step 13

Simmer the chicken in the sauce for 3-4 minutes.

Step 14

Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices.

Step 15

Serve immediately, spooning extra sauce over the chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1237.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1798.5

Total Fat 67.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 622.6mg	0%
Sodium 1297.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 58.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 4.8g
Protein 234.5g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 153.6mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 2378.9mg	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: 34.0%

Protein: 52.8%

Carbs: 13.2%