Ingredients

  • 4 large boneless breasts
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 2 Tbsp. salad oil
  • 3 Tbsp. chopped green onion
  • juice from 1/2 lime or lemon
  • 2 Tbsp. brandy or cognac
  • 3 Tbsp. chopped parsley
  • 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 c. chicken broth
  • 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. black pepper

Method

  • Place breast halves between waxed paper and pound slightly with mallet.
  • Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon each of oil and butter in large skillet.
  • Cook chicken over high heat for 4 minutes on each side.
  • Transfer onto warm serving platter.
  • Add green onions, lemon-lime juice, parsley, brandy and mustard to pan.
  • Cook 15 minutes, whisking constantly.
  • Whisk in broth.
  • Stir until sauce is smooth; whisk in remaining butter and oil.
  • Pour sauce over chicken and serve immediately.