Description
A classic and flavorful Italian dish, Chicken Piccata features tender chicken breasts in a tangy lemon and caper sauce. This stovetop recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for a delicious weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Piccata:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved horizontally and pounded thin
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup brined capers (rinsed and drained)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- lemon slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Dredge the Chicken: In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, shaking off the excess.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and cover.
- Make the Sauce: Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers to the skillet. Simmer and cook for 3–4 minutes. Stir in remaining butter until the sauce is smooth.
- Finish and Serve: Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over the top, and simmer for 2 more minutes. Garnish with parsley and lemon slices. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a richer sauce, you can use white wine in place of half of the chicken broth.
- Pair with pasta, mashed potatoes, or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
