Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 tbsp

olive oil

extra virgin, for veggies

5 unit

broccoli

reduced to florets and chunks

3 unit

fennel

chopped coarsely

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

ground black pepper

1 tsp

garlic powder

4 unit

chicken breasts

large

3 unit

eggs

large

1 tsp

salt

for chicken

1 tsp

ground black pepper

for chicken

1 tsp

garlic powder

for chicken

2 unit

lemons

just zest

3 tbsp

olive oil

extra virgin, for chicken

3 clove

garlic

minced finely

0.5 cup

dry white wine

1.5 cup

chicken broth

2 unit

lemons

just juice

5 tbsp

capers

optional

1 handful

parsley

chopped, optional

1 unit

lemon

halved and sliced thin, optional

Step 1
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Add broccoli and fennel to the saucepan.

Step 3
~3 min

Sprinkle with salt, garlic powder, and pepper, mixing carefully to distribute evenly.

Step 4
~3 min

Stir and simmer until the vegetables are lightly browned.

Step 5
~3 min

Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create thin cutlets.

Step 6
~3 min

In a bowl, mix the chicken with eggs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and lemon zest.

Step 7
~3 min

Let the chicken marinate until the egg is fully incorporated.

Step 8
~3 min

Remove the vegetables from the pan and keep warm in a 170F oven.

Step 9
~3 min

Add more olive oil to the pan and sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10
~3 min

Remove the chicken and keep warm on a separate plate.

Step 11
~3 min

Reduce heat to low, add minced garlic to the pan.

Step 12
~3 min

Cook garlic for about a minute, then deglaze the pan with white wine, stirring carefully.

Step 13
~3 min

Let the wine reduce for a couple of minutes.

Step 14
~3 min

Add chicken broth and lemon juice to the pan.

Step 15
~3 min

Reduce the sauce to the desired consistency and season with salt to taste.

Step 16
~3 min

Plate the chicken next to the vegetables and spoon the sauce over the chicken.

Step 17
~3 min

Garnish with parsley, capers, and lemon slices, if desired.

Step 18
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

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.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The chicken can be marinated ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with mashed potatoes or rice for a complete meal.

Serve alongside a green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed Potatoes
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy (adapted)

Cultural Significance

Popular Italian-American dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family dinners
Special occasions

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

65/100

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