Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce
Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce is a delicious Italian dish featuring tender chicken breasts, a vibrant lemon sauce, and capers. It’s a perfect balance of flavors that is quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 meat mallet or rolling pin
- 1 shallow dish
- 1 tongs
- 1 meat thermometer (optional)
- 1 whisk
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 - 2 lbs total.
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice About 2-3 lemons.
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup capers Rinsed and drained.
- ¼ cup fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish.
- as needed lemon slices For garnish (optional).
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to gently pound the chicken to an even thickness of about ½ inch. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a shallow dish, place the flour. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the butter has melted and starts to bubble, add the chicken breasts. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, add the lemon juice and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the capers and remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, whisking until the sauce is well combined and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Allow to heat through for another minute.
- Serve the chicken on plates, drizzled with the lemon sauce and garnished with chopped parsley and lemon slices, if desired.
Notes
You can adjust the amount of lemon juice according to your taste; if you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount.
Serve with pasta, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.