Chicken Piccata
Chicken Piccata is a delightful Italian dish featuring tender chicken breasts sautéed in a bright and zesty lemon sauce, complemented by the briny burst of capers. This quick and easy recipe transforms your kitchen into a gourmet bistro, making it perfect for both weeknight meals and special occasions. With its vibrant flavors and elegant presentation, Chicken Piccata is sure to impress your family and friends!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 fresh lemons (juiced and zested)
- 2 tablespoons capers (drained)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- Dredge the Chicken: In a shallow bowl, mix flour with a pinch of salt. Lightly dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess.
- Sauté Until Golden Brown: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until sizzling. Cook chicken for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add Sauce Ingredients: Remove chicken from skillet. In the same pan, add garlic and capers; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Create the Sauce: Pour in lemon juice and broth; scrape browned bits from the skillet. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Finish with Chicken and Herbs: Return chicken to the pan along with any juices; cook for another 2 minutes to heat through. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg