Description
Chicken Piccata is a classic Italian dish featuring tender chicken breasts enveloped in a vibrant lemon-caper sauce. This quick and easy recipe delivers a burst of zesty flavors, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With its golden-brown crust and tangy sauce, Chicken Piccata promises to impress your family and guests alike, turning any meal into a memorable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1/4 cup capers
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour until evenly coated.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add lemon juice, capers, and chicken broth. Scrape up any browned bits from the pan and bring to a simmer.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, allowing it to soak in the sauce for about 5 minutes.
- Plate the chicken and pour the sauce over it. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg