Chicken Piccata: Easy, Flavorful Comfort for Homemade Meals
Experience the delightful flavors of Chicken Piccata, a classic Italian dish that is simple to make at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then coat with flour.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add lemon juice, chicken broth, and capers. Bring to boil.
- Add the chicken back to the skillet, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in remaining butter and parsley.
- Serve warm with sauce drizzled over the top.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Serve with pasta or rice to soak up the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg