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Lemon Chicken Piccata

A quick and zesty Italian dish featuring juicy chicken breasts in a tangy lemon sauce with delightful capers, perfect for any dinner table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Flatten to even thickness
  • to taste Salt For seasoning
  • to taste Pepper For seasoning
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour For dredging
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil Divided into two portions for cooking
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Divided into two portions for cooking
  • 1 cup chicken broth For the sauce
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice About 2-3 lemons
  • 1/4 cup capers Drained
  • Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnishing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by flattening the chicken breasts to an even thickness by placing each one between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pounding with a meat mallet until about 1/2 inch thick. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Spread the flour on a plate and dredge each chicken breast in the flour, coating well. Shake off any excess flour.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken breasts to the pan and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Set aside on a plate and keep warm.
  3. In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly reduced.
  4. Stir in the remaining olive oil and butter, allowing the butter to melt and create a glossy sauce. Return the chicken to the pan, coating it in the sauce.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with a lemon wedge on the side.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Pound chicken evenly and allow sauce to simmer for flavor enhancement. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.