Lemon Chicken Piccata

Infused with zesty citrus and savory flavors, this Lemon Chicken Piccata offers a restaurant-quality meal in just 35 minutes! Tender, golden-browned chicken breasts are lightly dredged in flour, pan-seared to perfection, and then simmered in a luxurious sauce made with fresh lemon juice, rich chicken broth, and briny capers. The dish is finished with a sprinkle of fragrant parsley and optional lemon slices for a touch of elegance. Perfectly balanced between tangy and buttery, this easy, one-pan recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it with your favorite pasta, fluffy rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal that’s guaranteed to impress! Keywords: Lemon Chicken Piccata recipe, tangy chicken recipe, quick chicken dinner, easy skillet dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 cups Chicken broth
• 0.25 cups Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Capers (rinsed and drained)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
• 3 pieces Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper and pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Spread the flour on a plate and dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off the excess.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium, add the butter to the skillet, and let it melt.

Step 6

Stir in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 3-4 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the sauce over them, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm the chicken through.

Step 8

Sprinkle the chicken with chopped parsley and garnish with lemon slices, if desired.

Step 9

Serve the Lemon Chicken Piccata immediately, paired with pasta, rice, or a side of roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(822.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1300.7

Total Fat 64.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 361.6mg	0%
Sodium 3787.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g	0%
Total Sugars 3.4g
Protein 119.0g	0%

Vitamin D 8.0IU	0%
Calcium 134.2mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 1436.1mg	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: 45.5%

Protein: 37.2%

Carbs: 17.2%