Chicken is a bodybuilding staple for a reason, but eating it doesn’t have to be a chore. A few simple steps can transform it into a gourmet meal. Believe it or not, you can fuel your gains and impress dinner guests at the same time.
LEMON CHICKEN
FRANÇAISE
SERVES 6
1 cup all-purpose flour
Salt and pepper
6 eggs
1 tsp chives, chopped fine
2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
2 tbsp grapeseed oil
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp capers (optional)
¼ cup parsley, chopped
1. Cover chicken breasts with plastic wrap and pound until ¼-inch thick.
2. Mix the flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs with parmesan cheese and chives.
4. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.
5. Dredge chicken breasts in seasoned flour, then dip in the egg mixture. Place chicken in the skillet and sauté 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Set aside.
6. Add the lemon juice to the pan and simmer 5 minutes. Roll the butter in flour and add to the pan. Turn heat down and stir until sauce thickens.
7. Add the capers and parsley. Return the chicken to the pan and spoon the sauce over it. Serve.
