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Chicken Piccata Recipe

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Chicken Piccata is a bright and elegant Italian-American dish featuring tender pan-seared chicken cutlets in a tangy lemon butter sauce with capers. This quick and flavorful recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, delivering a perfect balance of citrus and savory notes in every bite.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Sauce

  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup dry white wine (optional)
  • ¼ cup capers, drained
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Lemon slices, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chicken: Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thin cutlets, then season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
  2. Dredge Chicken: Lightly coat each cutlet in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess to ensure an even, thin layer.
  3. Pan-Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken cutlets and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
  4. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Make Sauce: Pour in chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, and dry white wine (if using). Bring the mixture to a simmer, scraping up browned bits from the bottom of the skillet for added flavor. Let the sauce simmer gently for 3–4 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Add Capers and Butter: Stir in the capers and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, cooking until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes glossy.
  7. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the chicken cutlets to the skillet and simmer everything together for 2–3 minutes to warm the chicken and let the flavors meld.
  8. Finish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the chicken, garnish with lemon slices, and serve immediately with your choice of pasta, rice, or sautéed vegetables.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest and most authentic flavor.
  • Serve this dish with pasta, rice, or sautéed vegetables to complete the meal.
  • For an even richer sauce, add an extra tablespoon of butter when finishing the sauce.
  • Note that the sauce will thicken as it cools, so serve promptly for the best texture.
  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://dishestocook.com/chicken-piccata-recipe/