Diet Chicken Piccata
Elevate your healthy eating game with this flavorful Diet Chicken Piccata, a guilt-free twist on the classic Italian dish. Made with tender chicken breasts coated in whole wheat flour and cooked in a zesty sauce of fresh lemon juice, capers, and unsalted chicken broth, this recipe proves that light cuisine doesn’t have to skimp on flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy, low-calorie meal is perfect for busy weeknights or serving up a nutritious dinner for two. Garnished with fresh parsley and versatile enough to pair with steamed vegetables or whole grain pasta, this wholesome dish brings a burst of bright, savory goodness to your table. Perfect for health-conscious cooks searching for a quick, delicious meal without compromising on taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup unsalted chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create 4 thin cutlets. Pound each cutlet gently with a meat mallet to even out the thickness.
Season both sides of the chicken cutlets with salt and black pepper.
Dredge each cutlet lightly in the whole wheat flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Cook the chicken cutlets in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly.
Return the chicken cutlets to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to reheat the chicken.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve immediately with a side of steamed vegetables or a small portion of whole grain pasta for a balanced meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
387 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.5 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 149 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 1227 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.2 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 55.8 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 542 mg | 12% | |
*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.
