Piccato Di Vitello

Elevate your dinner table with the elegance of Piccato di Vitello, a classic Italian veal dish that pairs tender, pan-seared veal cutlets with a silky, tangy sauce. This recipe shines with its simple yet bold flavors, featuring a vibrant combination of dry white wine, zesty lemon juice, briny capers, and fresh parsley. The veal is lightly dredged in seasoned flour and perfectly golden-browned in a blend of butter and olive oil, creating a rich base for the irresistibly buttery sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is ideal for both weeknight meals and dinner parties. Garnish with fresh lemon slices and serve alongside pasta, rice, or sautéed vegetables for a restaurant-worthy meal at home. Keywords: Piccato di Vitello recipe, Italian veal piccata, lemon caper sauce, quick veal dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Veal cutlets
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cups Dry white wine
• 0.5 cups Chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Capers
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 pieces Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place each veal cutlet between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Gently pound each piece with a meat mallet or rolling pin until thin (about 1/4-inch thick).

Step 2

Season both sides of the veal with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Place the flour on a shallow plate and dredge each veal cutlet in the flour, shaking off the excess. Set aside.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Working in batches if needed, cook the veal cutlets for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and just cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside on a plate, tented with foil to keep warm.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium and pour the white wine into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Let the wine cook for 1-2 minutes to slightly reduce.

Step 7

Add the chicken broth and lemon juice to the skillet. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 3 minutes, reducing slightly.

Step 8

Stir in the capers and remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, letting the butter melt and the sauce thicken slightly.

Step 9

Return the veal cutlets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, just to warm the veal through.

Step 10

Sprinkle with chopped parsley, and garnish with lemon slices if using. Serve immediately with your choice of pasta, rice, or sautéed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(871.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1821.0

Total Fat 117.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 751.5mg	0%
Sodium 3518.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 10.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g	0%
Total Sugars 3.5g
Protein 163.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 171.4mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 2045.2mg	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: 60.3%

Protein: 37.3%

Carbs: 2.4%