Ingredients

  • 4 large boneless chicken breast halves or 8 small boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or 3 tablespoons green onions (I prefer green onions)
  • 1/2 limes, juice of or 1/2 lemon, juice of (I prefer lemon)
  • 2 tablespoons brandy or 2 tablespoons cognac (the brandy is very good in this dish) (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons chopped parsley (I like fresh in this one)
  • 2 teaspoons dijon-style mustard
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth

Method

  • Place chicken breast halves between sheets of waxed paper or plastic wrap and pound with a mallet until flattened.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet.
  • Cook chicken over medium high heat just until done (do not overcook or it will be dry).
  • Transfer chicken to a warm platter.
  • Add remaining ingredients to skilled EXCEPT chicken broth.
  • Cook over medium high heat for about 1/2-minute, whisking.
  • Whisk in chicken broth.
  • Stir until sauce is smooth.
  • Pour sauce over chicken breasts and serve immediately.