How to Make Famous Chicken Française - A Step-by-Step Guide

Famous Chicken Française is a classic French dish that has become popular all over the world. This delicious recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts that are coated in a light, airy egg batter and then gently sautéed until golden brown. The chicken is then topped with a tangy lemon butter sauce that is both rich and bright, making it the perfect accompaniment to the delicate flavors of the chicken.

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Ingredients

  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 ½ medium lemons, juiced, divided
  • 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
  • 6 slices lemon, for garnish
  • 2 sprigs fresh parsley, for garnish

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Mix together egg and 1/3 of the lemon juice in a shallow dish or bowl. Mix together flour, garlic powder, and paprika in another shallow dish or bowl.
  • Dip chicken breasts in egg mixture, then flour mixture to coat.
  • Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until golden, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • Mix together broth and remaining lemon juice in a medium bowl; pour over chicken in the skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 8 minutes.
  • Place chicken on a serving platter. Cover with lemon sauce and garnish with fresh lemon slices and parsley sprigs.
  • Nutrition

    269 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 111mg
    • Sodium: 413mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 32g
    • Vitamin C: 45mg
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 452mg