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Chicken Piccata recipe

Chicken Piccata Recipe

Author: Olivia Ross
Tender chicken breasts simmered in a bright, buttery lemon caper sauce. A simple one-pan dinner that tastes like your favorite Italian restaurant at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 530 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Pound to ½-inch thick if needed
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour For dredging
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil For browning

For the Sauce

  • ¼ cup salted butter
  • 1 ½ tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 ½ tablespoon fresh lemon juice Juice of ½ lemon
  • 3 tablespoon capers Drained
  • 2 tablespoon fresh parsley Chopped, plus extra for garnish
  • shredded Parmesan Optional, for topping

Instructions
 

  • Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and gently pound to ½-inch thick for even cooking.
  • Mix flour, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture and shake off excess.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in two batches for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Set aside and keep warm.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Slowly whisk in chicken broth until smooth. Add lemon juice, more chicken broth, and capers. Simmer for 3–4 minutes, whisking occasionally.
  • Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 2–3 minutes until heated through and well coated.
  • Sprinkle with parsley and Parmesan if using. Serve hot over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.

Notes

  • Pounding the chicken evenly ensures even cooking and a juicy result. Don’t skip it!
  • Fresh lemon juice is a must for the best flavor—bottled just isn’t the same.
  • Capers add a signature briny flavor, but if unavailable, chopped green olives make a good substitute.

Nutrition

Calories: 530kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 51gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 176mgSodium: 741mgPotassium: 961mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 609IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Chicken Piccata
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