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Crispy Chicken Lemon Butter

Crispy Chicken Lemon Butter

Crispy Chicken Lemon Butter recipe with panko crust & silky lemon butter sauce. Ready in 35 minutes for an elegant, comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp lemon pepper
  • 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 6 tbsp ghee or olive oil
  • 0.5 cups dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc
  • 6 whole black peppercorns
  • 1 small shallot, chopped
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 8 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • q.s. fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Three shallow dishes
  • Small saucepan
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to its lowest setting (around 180°F) to keep the chicken warm.
  2. Pat the chicken cutlets dry with a paper towel, then season both sides with salt and lemon pepper.
  3. Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs and water, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in the egg wash, and then press firmly into the panko breadcrumbs to coat.
  5. Heat ghee or oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add two breaded cutlets. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer to the warm oven and repeat with remaining chicken.
  6. In a small saucepan, combine white wine, black peppercorns, and chopped shallot, bring to a gentle simmer until reduced by half.
  7. Strain the reduced wine into a clean pan, add lemon juice, and off heat, whisk in the cold butter one cube at a time until emulsified.
  8. Plate the chicken, spoon the lemon butter sauce over it, and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

If you're out of panko, regular breadcrumbs can work in a pinch. For a dairy-free version, use a plant-based butter that is suitable for sauces. To keep the chicken crispy, store the chicken and sauce separately if you have leftovers. Reheat the chicken in the oven or air fryer for the best texture. Feel free to mix up the flavors by adding fresh herbs to the panko or incorporating capers for extra depth in the sauce.
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