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Petti di Pollo al Limone
(Chicken Breasts with Lemon)


Ingredients:

4 boned chicken breasts
Enough flour for coating
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon oil
3 tablespoons of butter
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons chicken stock
3 tablespoons chopped parsley
Lemon or lime slices to garnish. 

Directions:

  • Cut each chicken breast horizontally into 2 slices. Season the flour with salt and pepper and use to coat the chicken pieces. 
  • Heat the oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large frying pan. Add the chicken and fry gently for about 5 to 6 minutes on each side until tender. Transfer to a warm serving dish and keep hot.
  • Add the lemon juice and stock to the pan juices, bring to the boil, stirring, and boil for 1 minute.
  • Add the parsley and remaining butter and stir until blended. Pour over the chicken and garnish with lemon slices.
  • Makes 4 servings.