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Chicken Piccata Recipe

A classic Italian dish featuring tender chicken sautéed in a zesty lemon-caper sauce, perfect for quick dinners or special occasions.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: chicken piccata, Italian recipe, quick dinner, lemon caper sauce
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 300kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons capers rinsed and drained
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  • Dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off excess.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  • Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add butter and let it melt.
  • Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up browned bits.
  • Stir in capers and let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Return chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
  • Cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 15g