Chicken with Mascarpone Capers Lemon

Elevate dinner with this elegant yet approachable Chicken with Mascarpone, Capers, and Lemon recipe. Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are bathed in a luscious creamy sauce made from mascarpone cheese, brightened with freshly squeezed lemon juice, fragrant zest, and the savory tang of capers. A perfect balance of creamy, zesty, and briny flavors makes this dish a crowd-pleaser, all in just 45 minutes from start to finish. The addition of garlic, olive oil, and chicken broth enhances the rich depth of the sauce, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley delivers a vibrant finishing touch. Serve this one-pan wonder over pasta, mashed potatoes, or with crusty bread to soak up every last bit of the velvety sauce. Ideal for weeknight meals or special occasions, this recipe combines restaurant-worthy flavors with the ease of home cooking.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup Mascarpone cheese
• 2 tablespoons Capers (drained, rinsed)
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 lemon Zest of lemon
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them gently with a meat mallet or rolling pin until about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Sear the chicken breasts for about 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and butter. Lower the heat to medium and sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 6

Deglaze the pan by adding the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

Step 7

Stir in the mascarpone cheese and lemon juice, whisking until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Add the capers and lemon zest to the sauce, stirring to combine.

Step 9

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them.

Step 10

Reduce the heat to low and let the chicken simmer in the sauce for about 10-12 minutes, or until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).

Step 11

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1319.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2686.2

Total Fat 180.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 996.8mg	0%
Sodium 3927.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 18.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.0g	0%
Total Sugars 2.2g
Protein 231.1g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 493.5mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 2305.2mg	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: 61.9%

Protein: 35.2%

Carbs: 2.9%