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Juicy baked chicken with mushrooms, lemon slices, and fresh herbs in a creamy sauce.

Chicken Scallopini

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 806 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts butterflied and pounded to 1/2 inch thickness
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 16 ounces mushrooms sliced
  • 3/4 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2/3 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese finely grated
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
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  • Lightly coat each chicken piece in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
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  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
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  • Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add the garlic and sliced mushrooms; sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.
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  • Pour in the white wine and lemon juice, scraping the pan to release browned bits, and let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes. Whisk in the butter until it melts and forms a smooth sauce. Gradually mix in the cheese until combined and creamy.
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  • Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over it, and heat for another minute. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
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Nutrition

Calories: 806kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 60gFat: 51gSaturated Fat: 24gSodium: 487mgFiber: 2g
Keyword Chicken Scallopini
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