Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts sautéed and served in a bright lemon sauce with capers. Perfect for both everyday family dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Pounded to ½ inch thickness
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour) For coating the chicken
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter Divided, for cooking and sauce
For the Sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth Use homemade for best flavor
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons) Use fresh lemons for best results
- 2 tablespoons capers Drained and rinsed
- Salt Salt and black pepper, to taste Season to preference
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Pound chicken breasts to ½ inch thickness and season with salt and pepper.
- Lightly coat the chicken in flour, shaking off the excess.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet. Cook chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from pan.
- Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth and lemon juice. Add capers and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- Plate the chicken, pour sauce over it, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, buttered rice, or a green salad. Warm plates will help keep the chicken warm longer. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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