Description
Chicken Piccata is a bright and zesty dish that showcases tender chicken breasts enveloped in a tangy lemon-caper sauce. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this easy-to-make recipe combines simple ingredients to create an impressive meal that delights the senses. The vibrant flavors of lemon and capers complement the chicken beautifully, making it a go-to favorite for both novice and experienced cooks. Serve it over spaghetti or alongside your favorite vegetables for a nutritious, well-rounded dinner that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (pounded to 1/2 inch thick)
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup white apple vinegar or chicken stock
- 3 tbsp capers
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, mix flour, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in the mixture until coated.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook chicken in batches for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt butter, then add flour and cook until golden brown.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth, lemon juice, vinegar, and capers. Simmer for about 3 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the pan and cook for another 4-5 minutes until fully cooked through.
- Stir in fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg