Lemon Chicken Piccata: A Zesty and Easy Homemade Delight
A delightful recipe for Lemon Chicken Piccata that combines tangy lemon and capers with tender chicken, perfect for any dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
- Dredge the chicken in flour and shake off excess.
- In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chicken and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add lemon juice, chicken broth, and capers. Bring to a boil.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and garlic for an hour prior to cooking.
- Serve with pasta or rice to soak up the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken Piccata