Chicken Piccata Made Easy: A Juicy Twist for Home Cooks
A simple yet delicious recipe for Chicken Piccata that brings a juicy twist to this classic dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Flatten the chicken breasts to even thickness.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour and shake off excess.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken and keep warm.
- Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers to the skillet; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coat with sauce, and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with pasta or a fresh salad.
- For a twist, add artichokes to the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Chicken Piccata, easy chicken recipes, Italian recipes