Chicken Scallopini
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Chicken Scallopini

4 servings
This chicken scallopini recipe is ready in just 30 minutes. Family-friendly and easy, there's a reason our Test Kitchen calls it "Old Faithful."

Ingredients

  • boneless

    skinless chicken breasts

    2
  • kosher salt

    divided

    1 ¼ tsp
  • black pepper

    divided

    1 tsp

  • plus 1 tsp. all-purpose flour, divided, about 2 1/8 oz.

    ½ c
  • olive oil
    3 tbsp
  • unsalted butter
    4 tbsp
  • sliced fresh cremini mushrooms
    8 oz
  • sliced shallots

    about 2 shallots

    ½ c
  • dry white wine
    ½ c
  • heavy whipping cream
    ½ c
  • chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
    2 tbsp
  • grated lemon zest

    plus more for garnish, from 1 lemon

    ½ tsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Place chicken breasts on a work surface, and cut each horizontally in half to make 2 thin cutlets. Place cutlets between 2 pieces of plastic wrap, and flatten to 1/2-inch thickness using the flat side of a meat mallet (or use a rolling pin or the bottom of a skillet).

    Step 1
  2. 2

    Season cutlets evenly with 3/4 teaspoon of the salt and 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper. Place 1/2 cup of the flour in a shallow dish; dredge cutlets in flour to coat both sides.

    Step 2
  3. 3

    Heat oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high. When oil is shimmering, add chicken cutlets, and cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Turn chicken over, and cook until chicken is cooked through, about 2 more minutes. (Cook in 2 batches, if necessary, to avoid crowding in skillet.) Place cutlets on a plate lined with paper towels; cover to keep warm.

    Step 3
  4. 4

    Add butter to skillet. Heat over medium; add mushrooms, shallots, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until mushrooms are browned, 5 to 6 minutes.

    Step 4
  5. 5

    Add remaining 1 teaspoon flour; cook, stirring often, 1 minute. Add wine, and cook, stirring often, until wine is reduced to about half, about 2 minutes. Stir in whipping cream, parsley, and lemon zest, and remove from heat.

    Step 5
  6. 6

    Return chicken to skillet and spoon sauce over to coat. Sprinkle with lemon zest before serving.

    Step 6
Chicken Scallopini
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Chicken Scallopini

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About this Recipe

Looking for a weeknight dinner that feels special but comes together in a flash? This Chicken Scallopini is your answer, delivering rich, savory flavors in just 30 minutes, making it a true family favorite.

Our Test Kitchen didn't nickname this recipe "Old Faithful" for nothing. It’s a consistently delicious and easy-to-prepare meal, thanks to its straightforward approach and the harmonious blend of classic ingredients. You'll find yourself returning to this recipe again and again for its reliability and satisfying results.

What can you expect from this Chicken Scallopini? Tender, perfectly cooked chicken cutlets coated in a luxurious, creamy sauce. Earthy cremini mushrooms and sweet shallots provide a deep, aromatic base, brightened by a splash of dry white wine and finished with a zesty hint of fresh lemon and vibrant parsley. It’s a dish that tastes complex yet is surprisingly simple to achieve, offering a comforting and elegant experience without the fuss.

Customization & Serving

This versatile scallopini offers easy ways to adapt it to your pantry or preferences. Feel free to swap the cremini mushrooms for button mushrooms or even a mix of your favorite wild varieties. If you prefer a different protein, thin-sliced pork or veal cutlets would also work beautifully in this recipe. While the dry white wine adds a classic depth, you could substitute it with a good quality chicken broth for a non-alcoholic version.

Serve this delightful chicken scallopini with a side of pasta, creamy mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad to soak up all that flavorful sauce. A final sprinkle of fresh lemon zest makes for a beautiful presentation.

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