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Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce

Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce

This recipe is perfect for an elegant meal that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup capers, drained
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
  • Lemon slices, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge them in flour, tapping off any excess.
  2. Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil along with the capers and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Deglaze: Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and white wine. Bring to a simmer, stirring to lift any browned bits from the pan.
  5. Combine and Simmer: Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the chicken. Simmer for another 3-4 minutes until the chicken is heated through and the sauce has slightly thickened.
  6. Finish with Butter: Stir in the butter until it's melted into the sauce, creating a rich, creamy consistency.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Plate the chicken and spoon over the sauce. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and lemon slices for an extra burst of flavor.
  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes