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20-Min Pollo alla Romana

Tender chicken cutlets pan-seared until golden, then finished in a bright lemon-herb sauce with tomatoes and olives. This Roman classic hits the table in 20 minutes, no fuss.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
310
Protein
38g
20-Min Pollo alla Romana
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pound each chicken breast to 1/4-inch thickness between plastic wrap.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering.

  3. Step 3

    Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear 3 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a plate.

  4. Step 4

    Add garlic to the skillet, cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then add wine and scrape up browned bits.

  5. Step 5

    Stir in tomatoes, olives, lemon juice, and zest. Return chicken to pan and simmer 4 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Remove from heat, sprinkle parsley over top, and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch stainless steel or non-stick skillet
  • meat mallet
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • wooden spoon
  • plate
  • microplane or zester

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