Description
Easy Chicken Piccata is a quick and flavorful dish featuring pan-seared chicken in a rich and creamy lemon sauce with tangy capers. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion, offering a balance of bright, fresh flavors with comforting creaminess.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the Sauce:
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons capers (rinsed)
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Fresh parsley (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour, shaking off any excess.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Add chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, and capers. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Add the Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for another 2-3 minutes. Add butter and stir until melted.
- Combine and Serve: Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over it. Let it heat through for a minute. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Make it dairy-free: Substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and use plant-based butter.
- Capers substitution: Green olives or pickle juice can be used in place of capers for a similar tangy flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Easy Chicken Piccata, Lemon Chicken Piccata, Chicken Piccata Recipe, Creamy Chicken Piccata