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Ingredients
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Chicken Preparation
Sauce
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Begin by lightly pounding the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch. This will help them cook evenly.
- 2
Season and Dredge
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides. Dredge each piece in flour, shaking off the excess.
- 3
Cooking the Chicken
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- 5
Coat and Cook
Dip each floured chicken breast into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Place in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and keep warm.
Sauce Preparation
- 6
Make the Sauce
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low. Add the butter and allow it to melt. Then pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- 7
Finish the Sauce
Simmer the sauce for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in chopped parsley before serving.
Serving
- 8
Serve the Dish
Plate the chicken breasts and drizzle with the lemon butter sauce. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
