Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge the butterflied, pounded chicken breasts in the mixture and shake off any excess for a thin, even coat.
- Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the butter foams and the foam subsides, add the chicken. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until deep golden brown and cooked through. Remove to a plate and tent loosely with foil.
- In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the stick of unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Do not let the garlic brown — keep the heat low to maintain a sweet, aromatic flavor.
- Stir in the fresh parsley, then whisk in 1 tablespoon of flour. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to eliminate the raw flour taste.
- Slowly pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice while whisking constantly. Simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is smooth, velvety, and thick enough to coat a spoon. Season with a pinch of salt.
- Place the crispy chicken on a serving platter and spoon the warm Christopher sauce generously over the top. Garnish with extra fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Storage: Refrigerate leftover chicken for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Store sauce separately. Reheating: Reheat chicken in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes to restore crispness. Reheat sauce gently in a saucepan over low heat with a splash of chicken broth, whisking to recombine. Avoid microwaving the breaded chicken. Make-ahead: Sauce is best made fresh but can be kept warm over very low heat for up to 1 hour. Do not freeze the sauce. Tips: Use European-style butter for the richest sauce. Keep garlic heat low to prevent bitterness. Pound chicken evenly for consistent cooking. Add broth slowly while whisking to avoid lumps. Variation: Double the sauce and serve over angel hair pasta. Swap chicken for large shrimp (3-4 min cook time). For keto, skip the dredge and thicken sauce with heavy cream instead of flour.
