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Golden pan-fried chicken cutlets in a glossy lemon butter sauce with fresh parsley and lemon slices.

Lemon Butter Chicken Francese

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 485 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, halved horizontally and pounded to 1/4-inch thickness
  • 0.5 cup all -purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs , beaten
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.25 cup fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 0.5 cup dry white wine
  • 1 cup low -sodium chicken stock
  • 1 large lemon , juiced
  • 1 lemon , thinly sliced into rounds

Instructions
 

  • Season the chicken cutlets on both sides with salt and black pepper.
  • Place the flour in a shallow bowl. In a second shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, Parmesan cheese, and 2 tablespoons of the chopped parsley.
  • Dredge each chicken cutlet in the flour, shaking off the excess, then dip into the egg mixture, ensuring the cutlet is completely coated.
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and foaming.
  • Place the chicken cutlets in the skillet (in batches if necessary) and cook until golden brown, approximately 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove chicken to a plate and set aside.
  • Add the white wine to the skillet to deglaze, scraping the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes until reduced by half.
  • Pour in the chicken stock and lemon juice. Bring the liquid to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
  • Whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and add the lemon slices to the sauce.
  • Return the chicken cutlets and any accumulated juices to the skillet. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until the chicken is heated through and the sauce is glossy.
  • Garnish with the remaining fresh parsley and serve immediately.