Mediterranean Diet Chicken Francaise
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant *Mediterranean Diet Chicken Francaise*, a lightened-up twist on the classic French-inspired dish. Perfectly seasoned, thinly pounded chicken breasts are coated in a delicate egg wash, pan-fried until golden, and simmered in a luscious sauce bursting with the zesty flavors of fresh lemon juice, garlic, and capers. Enhanced by the richness of olive oil and butter and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and oregano, this Mediterranean makeover is both healthy and indulgent. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish pairs beautifully with a side of roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad, making it the ideal meal for those seeking flavor-packed, heart-healthy recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 1 whole lemon lemon slices
- 1 teaspoon oregano
Instructions
Pound the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap until they are about 1/4 inch thick.
Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
Place the flour in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.
Dredge each chicken piece in the flour, shaking off the excess, and then dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the butter and allow it to melt.
Cook the chicken pieces in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic, sautéing for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
Pour in the lemon juice and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
Add the capers and return the chicken to the skillet. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken.
Simmer for another 2 minutes to allow the chicken to heat through and the flavors to meld.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley, oregano, and garnish with lemon slices.
Serve hot, enjoying the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean Diet Chicken Francaise.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1684 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.9 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.5 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 847 mg | 282% | |
| Sodium | 4776 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 157.5 g | 315% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2010 mg | 43% | |
*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.
