Crispy Chicken Breasts with Lemon and Capers
Experience the perfect balance of crispy, golden chicken and vibrant citrus flavors with this Crispy Chicken Breasts with Lemon and Capers recipe. Tender chicken breasts are lightly dredged in flour and pan-fried to perfection, creating a golden crust that locks in their juiciness. A luscious pan sauce made with fresh lemon juice, savory chicken stock, briny capers, and aromatic garlic takes this dish to gourmet levels, all in under 30 minutes of cook time. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this elegant yet easy-to-make recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it alongside fluffy rice or steamed vegetables for a complete, restaurant-quality meal your family will adore.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cup Chicken stock
- 0.25 cup Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Capers, drained
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Place each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch thick, using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Dredge each chicken breast in all-purpose flour, shaking off the excess.
Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add 1 tablespoon of butter. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken stock and lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Add the capers to the skillet and stir to combine, then return the chicken breasts to the pan.
Spoon the sauce over the chicken and let it warm through for 2 minutes.
Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Pair with steamed vegetables or rice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2000 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.8 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.5 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 695 mg | 232% | |
| Sodium | 3370 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 230.0 g | 460% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1998 mg | 43% | |
*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.
