Chicken Piccata

Brighten up your dinner table with the zesty elegance of Chicken Piccata, a classic Italian-inspired dish that’s perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions. This quick and flavorful recipe features tender, pan-seared chicken breasts coated in a light golden crust, simmered in a velvety lemon-butter sauce complemented by the briny pop of capers. The balance of fresh lemon juice and savory chicken broth creates a tangy, aromatic sauce that’s perfect for drizzling over pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables. Garnished with freshly chopped parsley and optional lemon slices, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes and made with simple pantry staples, Chicken Piccata is an easy yet impressive way to add a taste of gourmet Italian flavor to your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
• 0.25 cup capers
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 4 slices lemon slices (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them with a meat mallet until they are about 1/2-inch thick.

Step 2

Season both sides of the chicken with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Dredge the chicken breasts in flour, shaking off any excess, and set aside.

Step 4

Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium and add the chicken broth and lemon juice to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

Step 7

Stir in the capers and bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 8

Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet, swirling the pan until the butter melts and the sauce is smooth.

Step 9

Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Simmer the chicken in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to heat through.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1209.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2074.6

Total Fat 102.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 715.6mg	0%
Sodium 4252.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 2.8g
Protein 227.0g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 153.2mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 2255.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.9%

Protein: 44.3%

Carbs: 10.7%