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Indulge in a taste of Rochester with this iconic dish: Chicken French. A beloved favorite among Rochesterians, Chicken French is renowned for its lightly fried chicken breast bathed in a delectable sherry-based sauce. Paired perfectly with pasta or rice, this dish embodies comfort food at its finest. Now, with my straightforward recipe, you can bring the essence of Finger Lakes cuisine into your own kitchen.
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Prep time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 25 minutes | Total time: 40 minutes
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Ingredients:
- 5 chicken breasts, 6 ounces each, pounded into cutlets ¼ inch thick
- 1 cup flour
- 4 eggs
- ½ cup sherry
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- ¼ cup parsley, chopped
- 5 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch combined with 2 tablespoons of water for the slurry
Instructions:
- Pound the chicken breasts into cutlets.
- Season the flour with ½ teaspoon of salt and pepper.
- Dredge the chicken in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl.
- Dip the floured chicken in the beaten eggs, ensuring complete coating.
- Dredge the chicken in seasoned flour once more.
- In a sauté pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken in the hot oil for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove excess oil from the pan, then add sherry and chicken stock. Reduce by half.
- Thicken the mixture with the cornstarch slurry, then add lemon zest and chopped parsley.
- Simmer on low heat for 5-10 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve immediately with your choice of rice or potatoes.
How to Serve:
Enjoy Finger Lakes Chicken French with a side of rice or potatoes for a satisfying meal.
Nutritional information per serving:
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 19g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 42g
