High Protein Chicken Francaise
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this High Protein Chicken Francaise, a lighter twist on the classic French-American dish. Perfect for fitness enthusiasts or anyone seeking a nutritious yet indulgent meal, this recipe combines tender, lightly pan-fried chicken breasts with a tangy lemon garlic sauce that's irresistibly rich without being heavy. Coated in a Parmesan-infused egg mixture and simmered to perfection, the chicken soaks up bold flavors while staying moist and juicy. Packed with protein and balanced with fresh parsley, this impressive dish is ready in under 40 minutes and pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or whole-grain sides. Whether you're meal prepping or hosting, this recipe is a surefire way to impress while keeping healthy eating on track!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 0.25 cup Lemon juice
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
Instructions
Begin by preparing the chicken breasts. Remove any excess fat, and pound them to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, ensuring it's completely coated. Shake off any excess flour.
In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Dip each floured chicken breast into the egg and cheese mixture, ensuring it's thoroughly coated.
Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for about 4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, and bring to a gentle simmer.
Add the butter to the skillet, stirring until it's melted and the sauce has slightly thickened.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them.
Simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through and absorb the flavors.
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your high-protein Chicken Francaise!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
540 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.1 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 308 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 892 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.3 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 63.4 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 111 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 593 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
