Chicken or Tilapia Piccata
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this elegant yet simple Chicken or Tilapia Piccata recipe, a perfect balance of zesty and savory flavors. Tender, golden-browned chicken breasts or tilapia fillets are paired with a vibrant lemon-caper sauce, enhanced with the richness of butter and a touch of garlic. This versatile dish, featuring a quick 15-minute prep and 20-minute cook time, is perfect for busy evenings yet impressive enough for entertaining guests. Serve it over pasta, rice, or alongside steamed vegetables for a complete meal that's sure to delight. Whether you’re craving a classic poultry dish or a lighter seafood twist, this recipe offers the flexibility and bold flavors you’re looking for.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts or tilapia fillets
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 cups Dry white wine or chicken/vegetable stock
- 0.25 cups Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons Capers, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 pieces Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts or tilapia fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
Dredge the chicken or tilapia lightly in the flour, shaking off any excess. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken or tilapia to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side (5-6 minutes for thicker chicken breasts), until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Deglaze the pan by adding the white wine or chicken/vegetable stock. Cook for 2-3 minutes, scraping up the browned bits on the bottom of the pan.
Stir in the lemon juice and capers. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the sauce, stirring until melted and combined.
Return the chicken or tilapia to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to reheat and coat the protein with the sauce.
Garnish with fresh parsley and optional lemon slices before serving.
Serve immediately with your choice of side dishes, such as pasta, rice, or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
450 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.9 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 133 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 598 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 39.4 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 31 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 397 mg | 8% | |
*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.
