Delightful Chicken Scallopini for Home Cooks
Tender chicken cutlets bathed in a zesty lemon caper sauce create a delightful Chicken Scallopini, ideal for an elegant dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add butter to the same skillet, followed by the white wine.
- Stir in chicken broth and return to a simmer.
- Add lemon juice to the sauce and adjust seasoning.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in sauce.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.