Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chicken Piccata, a dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a bright, zesty lemon-caper sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at your next dinner party. With minimal ingredients and maximal flavor, Chicken Piccata is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
- 2 tbsp capers, drained
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prep the Chicken: Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness.
- 2. Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- 3. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Deglaze with chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any bits from the pan; let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- 4. Finish the Dish: Stir in capers and return chicken to the skillet. Add butter gradually until melted and well combined.
- 5. Serve: Plate with fresh parsley on top and serve immediately with pasta or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 100mg