Ingredients

  • 4 large boneless chicken breasts or 8 small
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. pepper
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
  • 3 tsp. chopped fresh chives
  • juice of 1/2 lime or lemon
  • 2 tsp. brandy or cognac (optional)
  • 3 tsp. chopped parsley
  • 2 tsp. Dijon style mustard
  • 1/4 c. chicken broth

Method

  • Pound on chicken; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon each of butter and oil in large skillet; cook chicken over high heat on each side for 4 minutes.
  • After cooking, place chicken on a platter.
  • Add chives, lime juice, brandy, parsley and mustard to pan.
  • Cook for 15 seconds, whisking constantly.
  • Whisk in broth; stir until smooth.
  • Whisk in remaining butter and oil. Pour sauce over chicken.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Can be served with noodles and tomato sauce.