Ingredients
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4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
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2 egg whites
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2 teaspoons cornstarch
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1 lemon, juice of (half for chicken, half in sauce)
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1 cup coarse dry breadcrumbs (preferably homemade using rustic-type bread)
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
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1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
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1 lemon, zest of, minced
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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3 tablespoons shallots, minced
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1/2 cup dry white wine
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth (or regular)
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5 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed (divided use)
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1 -2 teaspoon fresh sage, minced
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salt
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Instructions
- For the chicken: Lightly pound chicken breasts to an even 1/2 inch thickness.
- Blend egg whites, cornstarch, and half lemon juice with a fork in a wide, shallow dish.
- Set aside.
- Combine bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, pepper, and zest in a second wide, shallow bowl.
- Individually dip chicken brests first in egg mixture, then in crumbs.
- Pat crumbs on both sides of chicken- it's ok if some crumbs fall off.
- Set crusted breasts on a wire rack for 20 to 30 minutes to set crust.
- After 20 to 30 minutes, saute chicken in oil in a large, nonstick, ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
- Carefully turn with a spatula and transfer skillet to a 450 degree oven to finish cooking.
- Roast chicken until done, about 8 more minutes.
- While chicken is roasting, prepare sauce.
- For the sauce: Saute shallot in 1 T butter in a small saucepan over medium heat just until soft, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add wine, cream, broth, and remaining lemon juice.
- Simmer until reduced by half, 8-10 minutes.
- Whisk in remaining butter, one tablespoon at a time, stirring constantly.
- Add sage and seasonings.
- Place roasted chicken on a plate and top with sauce.