Description
Chicken Scallopini is a classic Italian-American dish featuring thin slices of chicken breast lightly dredged in flour, sautéed until golden, and simmered in a lemony wine sauce with capers or mushrooms.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons capers or 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Mix flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture, shaking off the excess.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
- Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add wine, chicken broth, and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
- Add capers or mushrooms and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for another 2-3 minutes, spooning sauce over the top.
- Stir in remaining tablespoon of butter for a silky finish and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad.
- For a creamier sauce, add a splash of heavy cream at the end.
- Use chicken tenders or veal as variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg