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Best Chicken Scallopini Recipe

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This Best Chicken Scallopini recipe features tender, thinly sliced chicken cutlets cooked to golden perfection and topped with a creamy mushroom and shallot sauce infused with fresh parsley and lemon zest. Perfect for a comforting yet elegant weeknight dinner that comes together quickly on the stovetop.

Ingredients

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Chicken Cutlets

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (8 oz. each)
  • 1¼ tsp kosher salt, divided
  • 1 tsp black pepper, divided
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour, plus 1 tsp for sauce
  • 3 tbsp olive oil

Mushroom Sauce

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms
  • 2 shallots, sliced (about 1/2 cup)
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • ½ tsp grated lemon zest, plus extra for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken Cutlets: Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create two thin cutlets. Place them between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound them gently to about 1/2-inch thickness to ensure even cooking and tenderness.
  2. Season and Coat the Chicken: Season the chicken cutlets evenly with 3/4 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Dredge each piece in 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour until fully coated, shaking off any excess flour to prevent clumping.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is shimmering, add the chicken cutlets and cook for approximately 4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  4. Prepare the Mushroom Sauce: In the same skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the sliced cremini mushrooms, shallots, and the remaining 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 6 minutes until the mushrooms are golden and the shallots have softened.
  5. Finish the Sauce: Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of all-purpose flour over the mushrooms and shallots; cook and stir for 1 minute to create a roux that will thicken the sauce. Gradually stir in 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, then add chopped fresh parsley and 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest. Stir until well combined, then remove from heat.
  6. Serve: Return the cooked chicken cutlets to the skillet, spooning the mushroom sauce evenly over the top to coat each piece thoroughly. Garnish with additional lemon zest and serve immediately for a delicious, creamy chicken scallopini.

Notes

  • For extra zest, garnish with fresh lemon wedges alongside the plated scallopini.
  • You can substitute cremini mushrooms with button or baby bella mushrooms if preferred.
  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, though sauce will be less rich.
  • Make sure to pound the chicken evenly to ensure uniform cooking time and tender results.

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