Follow these steps for perfect results
olive oil
extra virgin, for veggies
broccoli
reduced to florets and chunks
fennel
chopped coarsely
salt
ground black pepper
garlic powder
chicken breasts
large
eggs
large
salt
for chicken
ground black pepper
for chicken
garlic powder
for chicken
lemons
just zest
olive oil
extra virgin, for chicken
garlic
minced finely
dry white wine
chicken broth
lemons
just juice
capers
optional
parsley
chopped, optional
lemon
halved and sliced thin, optional
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
Add broccoli and fennel to the saucepan.
Sprinkle with salt, garlic powder, and pepper, mixing carefully to distribute evenly.
Stir and simmer until the vegetables are lightly browned.
Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create thin cutlets.
In a bowl, mix the chicken with eggs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and lemon zest.
Let the chicken marinate until the egg is fully incorporated.
Remove the vegetables from the pan and keep warm in a 170F oven.
Add more olive oil to the pan and sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the chicken and keep warm on a separate plate.
Reduce heat to low, add minced garlic to the pan.
Cook garlic for about a minute, then deglaze the pan with white wine, stirring carefully.
Let the wine reduce for a couple of minutes.
Add chicken broth and lemon juice to the pan.
Reduce the sauce to the desired consistency and season with salt to taste.
Plate the chicken next to the vegetables and spoon the sauce over the chicken.
Garnish with parsley, capers, and lemon slices, if desired.
Serve immediately.
Expert advice for the best results
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for faster and more even cooking.
Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the chicken, or it will steam instead of brown.
Adjust the amount of lemon juice to taste.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
The chicken can be marinated ahead of time.
Arrange chicken and vegetables artfully on a plate, drizzling sauce generously.
Serve with mashed potatoes or rice for a complete meal.
Serve alongside a green salad.
Enhances the lemon flavors.
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