Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chicken Piccata, a classic Italian dish that features tender chicken breasts sautéed to golden perfection and drizzled with a zesty lemon-caper sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, offering a delightful combination of bright citrus and savory goodness. Serve it over pasta or with a fresh salad for an unforgettable meal that brings the charm of Italy right to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup capers, drained
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge each breast in flour until lightly coated.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sauté for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and capers to the pan, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the lemon juice and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the chicken to the pan for another minute to soak up the flavors before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg