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Creating a Delicious Chicken Scallopini at Home

Tender chicken scallopini is beautifully sautéed in a rich lemon-butter sauce, delivering a delightful balance of flavors and textures that's ideal for special…

Ingredients

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons capers drained
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

  • Prepare the chicken by slicing it into thin cutlets.
  • Season the chicken cutlets with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Dredge the cutlets in flour, shaking off excess.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook the chicken cutlets in the hot skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  • Remove the cooked chicken and set aside on a plate.
  • Add garlic to the same skillet, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Pour in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • Add chicken broth, capers, and lemon juice, stirring to combine.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving hot.