Lemon Caper Sauce for Chicken or Fish
Elevate your next chicken or fish dish with this zesty and creamy Lemon Caper Sauce! Bursting with the vibrant tang of fresh lemon juice, briny capers, and the richness of butter and heavy cream, this versatile sauce strikes the perfect balance between bright and savory. With just 10 minutes of cook time, it’s quick and easy to whip up using everyday ingredients like minced garlic, chicken broth, and a touch of fresh parsley for a pop of freshness. Ideal for grilled chicken breasts, pan-seared salmon, or any seafood favorite, this sauce adds a gourmet touch to weeknight dinners or special occasions. Whether you’re seeking a light and refreshing topping or a decadent, restaurant-quality finish, this Lemon Caper Sauce will quickly become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Capers (drained and rinsed)
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
Sprinkle the flour over the garlic and butter mixture. Stir continuously for about 1 minute to create a roux.
Slowly pour in the chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture begins to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the fresh lemon juice, capers, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the sauce for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and stir until fully melted and the sauce is glossy.
Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
Serve warm over your favorite cooked chicken or fish, such as grilled chicken breasts or pan-seared salmon.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.0 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.1 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 154 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 2517 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 168 mg | 4% | |
*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.
