Best 5 Chicken Francaise Lemon Chicken In Wine Sauce Recipes

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Chicken francese, also known as lemon chicken in wine sauce, is a classic Italian-American dish that combines tender chicken cutlets with a flavorful lemon and white wine sauce. This dish is popular for its combination of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors, making it a perfect choice for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal. The chicken is first dredged in flour, then sautéed until golden brown, and finally simmered in a sauce made with white wine, lemon juice, butter, and herbs. The result is a succulent chicken dish with a rich and flavorful sauce that is sure to impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN FRANCESE



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Tyler Florence's Chicken Francese recipe from Food Network is similar to veal piccata: a lemony, sauteed chicken cutlet finished with a smooth white wine sauce.

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 skinless, boneless, chicken breasts (about 11/2 pounds)
All-purpose flour, for dredging
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 large eggs
3 tablespoons water
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 lemon, with rind, cut in thin rounds
1/2 cup dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Put the chicken breasts side by side on a cutting board and lay a piece of plastic wrap over them. Pound the chicken breasts with a flat meat mallet, until they are about 1/4-inch thick. Put some flour in a shallow platter and season with a fair amount of salt and pepper; mix with a fork to distribute evenly. In a wide bowl, beat the eggs with 3 tablespoons of water to make an egg wash. Heat the oil over medium-high flame in a large skillet.
  • Dredge both sides of the chicken cutlets in the seasoned flour, and then dip them in the egg wash to coat completely, letting the excess drip off. When the oil is nice and hot, add the cutlets and fry for 2 minutes on each side until golden, turning once. Remove the chicken cutlets to a large platter in a single layer to keep warm.
  • Toss the lemon slices into the pan and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until fragrant. Add the wine, broth, and lemon juice, simmer for 5 minutes to reduce the sauce slightly. Roll the butter in some flour and add it to the skillet, this will thicken the sauce. Stir to incorporate and dissolve the flour. Reduce the heat to medium-low and return the chicken to the pan; place the lemon slices on top of the cutlets. Simmer gently for 2 minutes to heat the chicken through. Season with salt and pepper and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

CHICKEN FRANCAISE



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Chicken francaise (or chicken francese) cutlets fried and coated in a lemon butter sauce.

Provided by www.DessertForTwo.com

Categories     Dinner Recipes for two

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 thin chicken cutlets)
1 egg
1/2 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chicken broth
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1/4 cup dry white wine, optional

Steps:

  • First, lay each chicken breast flat on a cutting board, and using a knife, split it in half. Find the center of the breast on the side, poke the knife in half-way, and then hold your hand down while cutting through each breast to make two even pieces. It can also help to turn it on its side like a book, and cut it while it folds away. You will get 4 chicken cutlets from 2 whole breasts. Alternatively, buy chicken cutlets that are already thin. If you use chicken cutlets, you need 4 for this recipe.
  • In a shallow dish, beat the egg. Separately, in another shallow dish, add the flour, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil. When the butter is sizzling and foaming, the pan is hot enough to add the chicken.
  • Dip each chicken breast in the egg, followed by the flour mixture. Use your fingers to press on a thick flour coating that covers every inch of the chicken breast.
  • Place the chicken cutlets in the pan, and do not move them while they sear on the first side. After 5 minutes, use tongs to peak and make sure the chicken is getting golden brown.
  • Flip the chicken and cook for another 4 minutes on the second side.
  • After 5 minutes, pour the chicken broth, lemon zest and lemon juice into the skillet. (Add the white wine, if using). The mixture will bubble and boil. Lower the heat so that the chicken finishes cooking in the lemon sauce, about 3-4 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is 165-degrees F before serving.
  • Serve two chicken cutlets over pasta (optional)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 114 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 13 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 22 grams protein, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 605 grams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams unsaturated fat

FAMOUS CHICKEN FRANCAISE



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Chicken with lemon juice, egg, butter and garlic. C'est magnifique!

Provided by Paula Tomlinson

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Skillet

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 egg, beaten
½ lemon, juiced
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 pinch garlic powder
1 pinch paprika
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons butter
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 lemon, juiced
6 slices lemon, for garnish
2 sprigs fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish or bowl, mix together the egg and juice of 1/2 lemon. In another shallow dish or bowl mix together the flour, garlic powder and paprika. Dip chicken breasts in egg mixture, then flour mixture.
  • Heat butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until golden on each side.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together broth and juice of 1 lemon, and pour mixture over chicken in skillet. Reduce heat to medium low and let simmer for about 8 minutes. Place on serving platter, and garnish with fresh lemon slices and parsley sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 111.1 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 31.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 412.6 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

CREAMY CHICKEN FRANCESE



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White wine, lemons, garlic, and half-and-half come together for a creamy, delicious sauce on these quick-cooking chicken cutlets. A green vegetable or a salad, and some crusty bread, are perfect sides!

Provided by Bibi

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 large eggs, beaten
¼ cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
¼ cup all-purpose flour
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package linguine pasta
4 (4 ounce) chicken breast cutlets
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, or more as needed
1 medium lemon, cut into 8 slices
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
¾ cup chicken broth
½ cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 cup half-and-half
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Stir beaten eggs and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese together in a shallow bowl. Stir flour, salt, and pepper together in a separate bowl. Dredge cutlets in the seasoned flour.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat butter and oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Swirl the skillet once the butter has melted to combine butter and oil. Add lemon slices and cook, topped with a splatter screen, for 2 minutes per side.
  • Dip floured chicken cutlets into the egg mixture and cook in the same skillet, about 4 minutes per side. Be careful not to disturb the cutlets as they brown. Remove browned cutlets to a rack and keep warm. Add garlic and cook about 30 seconds. Pour in chicken broth, wine, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil and cook until liquid has reduced to about 1/3 cup, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove skillet from heat and cool sauce slightly, about 2 minutes. Gradually add half-and-half, stirring constantly. Season with salt and pepper. Drain linguine, reserving some of the cooking water.
  • Place skillet back on low heat. If the sauce is too thick, add cooking liquid from the pasta, 1 tablespoon at a time, until thinned to your desired consistency. If the sauce is too thin, create a paste from the leftover flour and about 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Quickly stir or whisk the paste into the sauce and allow to cook to desired consistency.
  • Return chicken pieces and lemon slices to the sauce to warm through, about 2 minutes.
  • Serve each cutlet with two lemon slices and sauce over hot, cooked linguine. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 841.1 calories, Carbohydrate 95.3 g, Cholesterol 200.8 mg, Fat 29 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 46.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 420.5 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

CHICKEN FRANCAISE



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Make and share this Chicken Francaise recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Teresa Johnson

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 (3 1/2 ounce) pieces chicken breasts, skinned and boned
1 cup flour
1 cup egg, beaten
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup wine
3 cloves garlic, pureed
2 dashes hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
margarine or butter
1/2 cup margarine
1/2 cup white wine
1/4 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Dip the chicken in the flour then set aside.
  • Make the batter by beating the eggs briskly, then adding in the lemon juice, parsley, salt, wine, garlic, hot pepper sauce, and parmesan.
  • Coat a heavy skillet with margarine or olive oil and place over high heat.
  • Dip the floured chicken pieces generously in the batter and place in the heated skillet.
  • Cook until golden brown on each side, about 5 minutes each side.
  • Remove chicken from the pan and drain excess oil.
  • Make the wine sauce by melting the margarine in the pan, then stirring in the wine and lemon juice.
  • Return the chicken pieces to the pan, spooning the wine sauce over all and cook 1 minute longer.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.9, Fat 24.5, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 179.2, Sodium 363.8, Carbohydrate 14.3, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.7, Protein 27.6

Tips:

  • To ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C).
  • If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken broth or water. However, the wine adds a delicious flavor to the sauce, so it's worth using if you have it.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, you can add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) to the pan and cook until the sauce has thickened.
  • Garnish the chicken with fresh parsley or lemon slices before serving for a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Chicken Francaise is a classic French dish that is easy to make at home. With its crispy, golden-brown coating, tender chicken, and flavorful sauce, it's a surefire hit with family and friends. So next time you're looking for a delicious and impressive dish to serve, give Chicken Francaise a try!

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