Chicken Piccata a Delicious Italian Chicken Dish
Transport your taste buds to Italy with this irresistibly tangy and savory Chicken Piccata recipe—a classic Italian chicken dish that comes together in just 35 minutes! Perfectly tender, pan-seared chicken breasts are coated in a light golden crust, then bathed in a velvety lemon-butter sauce infused with the briny burst of capers and a hint of fresh parsley. This quick yet elegant dish showcases simple ingredients like fresh lemon juice, chicken broth, and unsalted butter, brought to life using a one-pan cooking technique that maximizes flavor while minimizing cleanup. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, Chicken Piccata is best served with pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete, satisfying meal. Bright, zesty, and undeniably delicious, this Italian favorite will quickly become a staple in your recipe collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cups Chicken broth
- 0.25 cups Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Capers (drained)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to gently pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Place the flour in a shallow dish. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Once the butter has melted and the mixture is hot, add the chicken breasts. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Scrape the bottom of the skillet with a spoon to loosen any browned bits (this adds extra flavor to the sauce).
Simmer the sauce for about 5 minutes to reduce slightly, then stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until melted and the sauce is silky.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the chicken. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Chicken Piccata pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or a side of roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.6 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.0 g | 180% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 420 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 3642 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.8 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 118.7 g | 237% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1324 mg | 28% | |
*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.
