Chicken Piccata Ina Garten

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly classic, Ina Garten’s Chicken Piccata is the perfect balance of tangy and savory flavors, making it a dinner favorite for any occasion. This recipe combines tender, pan-seared chicken breasts with a silky lemon butter sauce, enriched with dry white wine, chicken broth, and briny capers for a burst of flavor in every bite. With a quick 15-minute prep time and an impressive simplicity, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve it over a bed of pasta, rice, or alongside a crisp green salad, and garnish with fresh parsley for a restaurant-quality meal that’ll leave everyone asking for seconds. Keywords: chicken piccata, Ina Garten chicken recipe, lemon butter sauce, quick dinner ideas, easy chicken recipes.

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 Kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 5 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.33 cups Fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
• 0.5 cups Dry white wine
• 0.5 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
• 0.25 cups Capers, drained
• 0.25 cups Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Place each chicken breast between 2 sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper and pound with a meat mallet or rolling pin until about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 2

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 3

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

Step 4

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter until the butter is melted and foaming.

Step 5

Add two pieces of chicken to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken to a plate and keep warm. Repeat with another 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of butter, and the remaining chicken.

Step 6

Once all the chicken is cooked and removed, deglaze the skillet by adding the white wine and letting it simmer for 2 minutes, scraping up the browned bits on the bottom of the pan.

Step 7

Stir in the chicken broth and lemon juice, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.

Step 8

Add the capers and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Stir until the butter is melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 9

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over the chicken, and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Step 10

Garnish the chicken with freshly chopped parsley before serving and pair with your choice of sides like pasta, rice, or a lightly dressed salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1352.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2768.8

Total Fat 169.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.6g
Cholesterol 777.6mg	0%
Sodium 2657.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 4.8g
Protein 227.6g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 284.0mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 2620.5mg	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: 56.8%

Protein: 33.9%

Carbs: 9.3%