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Chicken Piccata with Lemon Capers


  • Author: Chef Lalybeth
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Tender chicken breasts pan-fried and served in a tangy lemon-caper sauce, a classic Italian dish.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour for dredging
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup capers, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Pound the chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off excess.
  3. In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium-high heat.
  4. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side; remove and set aside.
  5. To the same skillet, add lemon juice, chicken broth, and capers; bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes.
  8. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve with pasta or rice for a complete meal. For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Fat: 20g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Protein: 30g