25-Minute Lemon Chicken Piccata That Tastes Like Magic
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A classic Italian dish featuring tender chicken breasts in a tangy lemon and caper sauce.
- Author: Cole Bennett
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Lactose
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp capers, drained
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness and season with salt and pepper.
- Dredge chicken in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Deglaze the pan with white wine, scraping up browned bits.
- Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in butter until melted and sauce thickens slightly.
- Return chicken to the pan, coating with sauce. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Serve with pasta or roasted vegetables.
- Adjust sauce thickness by simmering longer or adding a splash of broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg