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Easy Chicken Piccata


  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A quick and flavorful chicken dish with a tangy lemon-caper sauce that delivers restaurant-quality results in under 45 minutes.


Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
1/4 cup capers, drained
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Lemon slices for garnish (optional)


Instructions

Step 1: Place chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound to 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
Step 2: In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge chicken breasts in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
Step 3: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
Step 4: Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, add chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through and allow flavors to combine.
Step 6: Sprinkle with chopped parsley and garnish with lemon slices if desired. Serve immediately.

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Category: Main Course

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Fat: 16g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Protein: 34g