Lemon butter chicken breast with basil

How Maurice does it

1. 1

   Wash the lemon, then peel the skin off in strips using a vegetable peeler.

2. 2

   Melt the butter in a stainless steel pan over medium heat, then add the lemon peel strips and fresh basil leaves. Let them infuse gently for a few minutes.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, slice the chicken breasts horizontally into 3–4 thin slices each, place between parchment paper, and flatten with a rolling pin. Coat each slice in flour.

4. 4

   Remove the lemon peels and basil from the pan with tongs, leaving the flavored butter.

5. 5

   Place the floured chicken slices in the pan and cook for about 2 minutes per side, seasoning with pepper.

6. 6

   Squeeze the juice of half a lemon into the pan, add a splash of white wine, and scatter in fresh basil leaves. Simmer for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7. 7

   Season with salt and more pepper to taste. Transfer the chicken to a plate, garnish with fresh basil and lemon slices, and spoon the pan sauce over the chicken. Serve immediately.