Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 eggs, slightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 cup sliced almonds
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • Cranberry Relish
  • 3 (15 ounce) packages fresh cranberries or (15 ounce) packages frozen cranberries
  • 4 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed
  • 3/4 cup orange juice
  • 7 large oranges, slice in half, use the insides, save the shells

Method

  • Place chicken breast between waxed paper and pound thin.
  • In shallow dish, mix together bread crumbs and cheese.
  • In small bowl, mix together eggs, and milk.
  • Dip chicken in egg mixture then dredge in crumb mixture.
  • In large saute' pan or skillet, melt butter and garlic.
  • Place chicken in pan and sprinkle with pepper.
  • Over medium-high heat, brown chicken on both sides,add almonds to pan after turning chicken.
  • When almonds are golden brown, remove from pan and set aside.
  • To chicken in pan, add lemon juice and wine; simmer 5 minutes but DO NOT OVERCOOK.
  • Place chicken on warm platter; top with almonds and sauce and garnish with lemon slices and capers. Serve with Cranberry Relish.
  • Cranberry Relish:
  • In 5-quart saucepan over high heat, blend all ingredients to boiling, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 30 minutes or until berries pop.
  • Spoon mixture into orange cups or medium sized bowl.
  • Cover and chill until ready to serve.