Lemon Chicken Scallopine

Here’s a simple and delicious Lemon Chicken Scallopine recipe:

Lemon Chicken Scallopine

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded thin)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 1–2 lemons)
• 2 tablespoons capers (optional)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• Lemon slices (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prep the chicken:
   
   • Pound chicken breasts to about 1/4 inch thick.
   • Season with salt and pepper.
   • Dredge lightly in flour, shaking off excess.
3. Cook the chicken:
   
   • Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 3–4 minutes per side.
   • Transfer to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
5. Make the sauce:
   
   • In the same pan, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
   • Deglaze with white wine, scraping up any browned bits.
   • Add chicken broth and lemon juice, bring to a simmer.
   • Stir in capers if using, and cook for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
7. Finish the dish:
   
   • Return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over it.
   • Add remaining tablespoon of butter to finish the sauce.
   • Sprinkle with parsley and garnish with lemon slices.

Serve with: angel hair pasta, mashed potatoes, or sautéed vegetables.

Want a creamier version or something spicy? I can tweak it for you.