{"id":43288,"date":"2017-08-14T22:15:14","date_gmt":"2017-08-14T12:15:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/?p=43288"},"modified":"2026-08-12T21:07:36","modified_gmt":"2026-08-13T01:07:36","slug":"creamy-chicken-francese","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/creamy-chicken-francese\/","title":{"rendered":"Creamy Chicken Francese"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">Golden chicken, a light egg coating, and a lemon sauce that somehow manages to be both bright and indulgent at the same time. If you\u2019ve ever asked &#8220;what is Chicken Francese&#8221;, this is the version that answers it properly. Classic at heart, upgraded where it matters, and absolutely not shy about the cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">This <strong>Chicken Francese<\/strong> keeps everything people love about the traditional dish, then leans into a richer, silkier sauce that actually clings to the chicken instead of sliding off into sadness. It is fast, restaurant-worthy, and exactly the kind of dinner that makes people think you tried harder than you did.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Lemon-Chicken-Francese-IMAGE-555.jpg\" alt=\"Top view image of Creamy Chicken Francese\" class=\"wp-image-43375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Lemon-Chicken-Francese-IMAGE-555.jpg 800w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Lemon-Chicken-Francese-IMAGE-555-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Lemon-Chicken-Francese-IMAGE-555-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Lemon-Chicken-Francese-IMAGE-555-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Lemon-Chicken-Francese-IMAGE-555-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Lemon-Chicken-Francese-IMAGE-555-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Lemon-Chicken-Francese-IMAGE-555-270x405.jpg 270w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Lemon-Chicken-Francese-IMAGE-555-180x270.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-what-makes-this-chicken-francese-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Makes This Chicken Francese Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This <strong>Chicken Francese <\/strong>recipe works because it respects the original while quietly fixing the bits that usually fall flat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The egg and flour coating creates a delicate crust that stays intact even after hitting the sauce.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lemon juice is balanced with cream and broth so the flavour stays bright without crossing into sour territory.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The sauce reduces properly, giving you a glossy, spoon-worthy finish instead of something thin and forgettable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Everything cooks in one pan, which means maximum flavour with minimal cleanup.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re after Creamy Chicken Francese that feels indulgent but still fresh, this is the sweet spot.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-what-goes-into-this-chicken-francese\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Goes Into This Chicken Francese<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Ingredients.jpg\" alt=\"Top shot of ingredients: Half and half, chicken breast, eggs, chicken broth, dry white wine, lemon juice, unsalted butter, pepper, olive oil, salt, flour, parmesan cheese, garlic, and parsley.\" class=\"wp-image-93873\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Ingredients.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Ingredients-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Ingredients-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Ingredients-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Ingredients-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Ingredients-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Creamy Chicken Francese uses simple, pantry-friendly ingredients to create a rich and flavorful dish. Here are a few key components that bring it all together:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Chicken Breasts:<\/strong> Sliced into thin fillets, they cook quickly and stay tender with a light dredge and pan-fry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Parmesan Cheese:<\/strong> Mixed into the egg coating, it adds a salty, savory kick and helps create that golden crust.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Garlic:<\/strong> Crushed cloves simmer in the sauce, infusing it with bold, aromatic flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Half and Half (or Cream):<\/strong> The secret to the velvety sauce\u2014just the right amount of richness without feeling too heavy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note: <\/strong>Please see <a href=\"#recipe-card\">recipe card<\/a> at the bottom for a full list of ingredients with measurements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-add-ins-and-substitutions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Add-Ins And Substitutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to tweak things without breaking the dish? These options slide in naturally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Capers:<\/strong> Add a small handful for a briny pop that leans closer to piccata territory.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spinach:<\/strong> Wilt a few handfuls into the sauce right at the end for colour and balance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shallots Instead of Garlic:<\/strong> Softer, slightly sweeter flavour that works beautifully with lemon and cream.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Half Cream, Half Milk:<\/strong> Lightens the sauce while still keeping it creamy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-make-chicken-francese\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Make Chicken Francese<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-203f3c05 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-1.jpg\" alt=\"Slicing the chicken breast in half horizontally.\" class=\"wp-image-93875\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-1-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li><strong>Prepare the Chicken<\/strong>: Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create four fillets. If needed, pound them to an even 1\/2-inch thickness for quicker, more even cooking.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-2.jpg\" alt=\"whisked together the eggs, parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and some black pepper in a shallow bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-93876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-2-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-2-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li><strong>Make the Egg Coating<\/strong>: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and some black pepper until well combined.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-203f3c05 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-3.jpg\" alt=\"Mixing flour with salt and pepper in a shallow bowl using hands.\" class=\"wp-image-93877\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-3-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-3-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li><strong>Season the Flour<\/strong>: In a separate shallow bowl, add the flour and season it with salt and pepper. Mix gently with your hands to combine.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-4.jpg\" alt=\"Heating the butter and olive oil in a large skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-93878\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-4-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-4-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li><strong>Dredge and Coat<\/strong>: Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Dredge each fillet in the flour, then coat in the egg mixture, letting excess drip off.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-203f3c05 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-5.jpg\" alt=\"Frying the coated fillets.\" class=\"wp-image-93879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-5-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-5-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li><strong>Pan-Fry Chicken<\/strong>: Fry the coated fillets in batches (two at a time if needed) for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-6.jpg\" alt=\"saut\u00e9ed garlic with wine, broth, and chopped parsley in a pan.\" class=\"wp-image-93880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-6-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-6-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"6\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li><strong>Build the Sauce<\/strong>: In the same pan, saut\u00e9 the crushed garlic for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the wine, broth, and chopped parsley; cook on high for 5 minutes to reduce slightly.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-203f3c05 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-7.jpg\" alt=\"Puring the cream, and letting it simmer.\" class=\"wp-image-93881\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-7-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-7-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-7-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-7-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"7\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li><strong>Add the Cream<\/strong>: Reduce the heat to low, stir in the cream, and let it simmer until the sauce thickens a bit. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-8.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up shot of Creamy Chicken Francese.\" class=\"wp-image-93882\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-8-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-8-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Chicken-Francese-Step-8-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"8\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li><strong>Finish<\/strong>: Stir in the juice of half a lemon and return chicken to the pan for 2 minutes to warm. Serve with rice, pasta, or vegetables, and garnish with extra parsley.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Creamy Chicken Francese pairs beautifully with light, flavorful sides that soak up that rich lemon-garlic sauce. For a satisfying meal, try it with a fluffy bed of mashed potatoes or a simple pasta tossed in olive oil and herbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re looking for something green, go for <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/sheet-pan-garlic-parmesan-roasted-broccoli-green-beans\/\">Sheet Pan Garlic Parmesan Roasted Broccoli &amp; Green Beans<\/a> to balance the richness. Want a cozy option? <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/mashed-cauliflower\/\">Buttery Mashed Cauliflower<\/a> is a lower-carb favorite that still feels indulgent.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-pro-tips-from-my-kitchen\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pro Tips From My Kitchen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep the heat moderate when frying the chicken so the egg coating doesn\u2019t brown too fast.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always taste the sauce before adding the chicken back in. Lemon levels vary and balance matters here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let the sauce reduce slightly before adding cream so it thickens naturally instead of relying on extra fat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve immediately. This dish shines when the sauce is fresh and silky.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-recipe-faq-s\">Recipe FAQ&#8217;s<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1733457286629\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I Use Chicken Thighs Instead of Breasts?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\u00a0Yes, boneless, skinless chicken thighs work well in this recipe. Just make sure to pound them to an even thickness for even cooking.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753681130546\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What Can I Use Instead of White Wine?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can substitute the wine with more chicken broth or a splash of lemon juice for acidity. The flavor will be slightly different but still delicious.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753681132509\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How Do I Know When the Chicken Is Cooked Through?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The internal temperature should reach 165\u00b0F (74\u00b0C). You can also slice into the thickest part to check for doneness\u2014there should be no pink.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe-card\" class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-43354\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"43354\" data-servings=\"4\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food\"><div class=\"cwp-food-header\">\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-header__right\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-square nopin\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Creamy-Lemon-Chicken-Francese-IMAGE-8-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-300x300 size-300x300\" alt=\"The traditional Chicken Francese with a CREAMY TWIST is BETTER than anything you&#039;ll find in a restaurant!\" 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wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-none\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">5<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separated wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-none\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">15<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separated wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-none\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">20<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separated wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-43354 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-none\" data-recipe=\"43354\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-none\">people<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">The traditional Chicken Francese with a CREAMY TWIST is BETTER than anything you&#8217;ll find in a restaurant! 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data-recipe=\"43354\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 1x\">1x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"2\" data-servings=\"4\" data-recipe=\"43354\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 2x\">2x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"3\" data-servings=\"4\" data-recipe=\"43354\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 3x\">3x<\/button><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;boneless skinless chicken breasts&#032;large, cut in half horizontally to make 4 fillets\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">boneless skinless chicken breasts<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">large, cut in half horizontally to make 4 fillets<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;eggs&#032;large\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">eggs<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">large<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/4&#032;cup&#032;parmesan cheese&#032;finely grated\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">parmesan cheese<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">finely grated<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;tablespoons &#032;lemon juice&#032;freshly squeezed\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons <\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">lemon juice<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">freshly squeezed<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/4&#032;cup&#032;flour\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">flour<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;tablespoons&#032;unsalted butter\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4&#032;tablespoons&#032;olive oil\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">olive oil<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;6-8&#032;cloves&#032;garlic&#032;crushed\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">6-8<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cloves<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">garlic<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">crushed<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2&#032;cup&#032;dry white wine&#032;optional\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">dry white wine<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">optional<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;3\/4&#032;cup&#032;chicken broth\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3\/4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">chicken broth<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;cup&#032;half and half&#032;or heavy cream or thickened cream\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">half and half<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or heavy cream or thickened cream<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2&#032;teaspoon&#032;cracked pepper\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cracked pepper<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2&#032;teaspoon&#032;salt&#032;(add more to suit your tastes)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(add more to suit your tastes)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/4&#032;cup&#032;fresh parsley&#032;chopped\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">fresh parsley<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">chopped<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2&#032;a&#032;lemon&#032;juiced\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">a<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">lemon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">juiced<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-15\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;teaspoons&#032;parsley&#032;to garnish\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-15\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">parsley<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">to garnish<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-43354-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-43354-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"43354\"><h3 id=\"recipe-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\">Instructions&nbsp;<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-43354-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Pound each fillet to 1\/2-inch thick, if needed.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-43354-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Beat eggs, parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, a pinch of salt and some black pepper in a shallow bowl.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-43354-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">To another shallow bowl, add the flour and season with salt and pepper. Mix with your hands.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-43354-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Heat the oil and butter in a skillet or nonstick pan over medium-high heat. When the oil\/butter is hot enough for frying, dredge the fillets in the flour first, coating completely, then coat in the egg wash. Allow any excess egg mixture to drip off, then fry fillets in batches of two if you need to for about 4 minutes each side until nice and golden brown. Place each cooked fillet on a paper towel lined plate.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-43354-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">To the same frying pan, add the crushed garlic, and cook for one minute until fragrant. Add in the white wine, chicken broth and parsley. Allow to cook for about 5 minutes on high heat to reduce down, while swirling the pan occasionally. Reduce heat and add the cream. Simmer on low until slightly thickened. Taste test and season with salt and pepper, as desired.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-43354-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Stir in the juice of half a lemon, and return the chicken to the sauce to heat through on low heat for two minutes.&nbsp;<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-43354-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Serve the chicken and sauce together over rice or pasta and vegetables, if desired. Garnish with extra parsley.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-43354-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\">*If you don&#8217;t like the wine, substitute it with chicken broth. The wine flavour is not strong, however!<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;text-align: left;\">*(Thicken the sauce with cornstarch if needed: 1 teaspoon of cornstarch to 1 tablespoon of water; mix well and add to the centre of the pan for a thicker sauce.)**<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-43354-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">410<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">12<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">21<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">28<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">10<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">13<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">148<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">686<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">335<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span 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