Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
6 unit

chicken breast halves, boneless, skinless

flattened

3 tbsp

flour, all-purpose

for dusting

1 tbsp

butter, unsalted

unsalted

2 tbsp

olive oil, extra-virgin

extra-virgin

1 tsp

oregano dried

dried

0.5 cup

white wine dry

dry

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground, to taste

Step 1
~1 min

Place chicken breasts between sheets of plastic wrap.

Step 2
~1 min

Gently flatten the chicken breasts with a meat pounder to about 1/4 inch thickness.

Step 3
~1 min

Place flour in a shallow dish.

Step 4
~1 min

Dust the flattened chicken breasts with flour, coating evenly and tapping off any excess.

Step 5
~1 min

Heat a large frying pan over medium heat.

Step 6
~1 min

Add butter and olive oil to the pan and melt butter, combine with the oil.

Step 7
~1 min

Carefully place the chicken breasts in the hot pan, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 8
~1 min

Cook the chicken breasts, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 minutes on each side.

Step 9
~1 min

Sprinkle the cooked chicken breasts with dried oregano.

Step 10
~1 min

Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Step 11
~1 min

Pour the dry white wine into the pan.

Step 12
~1 min

Cook until most of the wine evaporates, about 2 minutes, leaving only a little of the cooking juices.

Step 13
~1 min

Transfer the chicken to a warmed platter.

Step 14
~1 min

Spoon the remaining pan sauce over the chicken.

Step 15
~1 min

Serve the Chicken Scaloppine with Oregano immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Pounding the chicken helps it cook quickly and evenly.

Be careful not to overcook the chicken, as it can become dry.

Serve with a side of pasta or a green salad.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Chicken can be pounded ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of linguine or angel hair pasta.

Serve with a simple green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Lemon-Parmesan Pasta
Roasted Asparagus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Scaloppine is a classic Italian dish often made with veal or chicken.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Meal
Family Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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