Description
Lemon Chicken Piccata is a vibrant Italian-American dish made with tender chicken breasts in a zesty lemon-butter sauce, complemented by the briny punch of capers. This easy recipe, packed with fresh flavors, is perfect for weeknights or special occasions. Ready in just 50 minutes, it's a go-to meal that pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or salad.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup capers, drained
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge them lightly in flour, shaking off any excess.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Simmer: Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce slightly.
- Finish the Sauce: Remove the chicken again and whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until the sauce is smooth.
- Serve: Place the chicken on serving plates, spoon the sauce over the top, and garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
- Creamy Version: Add 1/2 cup of heavy cream after whisking in the butter for a richer sauce.
- Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free flour blend for dredging.
- Herb Infusion: Add fresh thyme or rosemary to the sauce for extra aromatic flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying, Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
