Easy Lemon Chicken Piccata: A Fresh and Flavorful Delight
A delicious, lemony twist on classic chicken piccata that is easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Flatten chicken breasts to an even thickness.
- Season with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers to the skillet, scraping up any bits.
- Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for a few minutes.
- Serve with parsley sprinkled on top.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and garlic for an hour before cooking.
- Serve with pasta or over rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Easy Lemon Chicken Piccata, Chicken Piccata, Lemon Chicken