Gourmet Chicken Piccata
Gourmet Chicken Piccata is a delightful Italian-American dish that elevates your dining experience with its tender chicken breasts and vibrant lemon-caper sauce. This quick, easy recipe transforms any meal into a gourmet affair, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner. The combination of zesty lemon and briny capers creates an unforgettable flavor sensation, while the golden-brown chicken offers an appealing presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 fresh lemons (juiced and zested)
- 3 tbsp non-pareil capers
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Flatten each chicken breast between plastic wrap until about half an inch thick for even cooking.
- Season both sides with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour, shaking off excess.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, combine olive oil and butter. Cook chicken in batches for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Stir in lemon juice and capers; simmer for 2 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet to soak in sauce for another minute.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg