Ingredients

  • 4 large boneless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp. olive or salad oil
  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 3 Tbsp. chopped green onion
  • juice of 1/2 lime or lemon
  • 2 Tbsp. brandy (optional)
  • 3 Tbsp. chopped parsley
  • 2 tsp. Dijon-style mustard
  • 1/4 c. chicken broth

Method

  • Place chicken breast halves between sheets of waxed paper or plastic wrap.
  • Pound slightly with mallet.
  • Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon each oil and butter in large skillet.
  • Cook chicken on high heat for 4 minutes on each side.
  • Do not cook longer.
  • Transfer to warm platter.
  • Add onion, lime or lemon juice, brandy, parsley and mustard in pan.
  • Cook 15 seconds, whisking constantly.
  • Whisk in broth.
  • Stir until sauce is smooth. Whisk in remaining butter and oil.
  • Pour sauce over chicken.
  • Serve immediately.