Lemon Chicken Piccata Recipe

Discover the delightful flavors of this easy-to-make Lemon Chicken Piccata, perfect for a weeknight dinner or impressing guests. With a tangy lemon sauce and tender chicken, it becomes an instantly favorite!

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup capers, rinsed
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Step 1:

Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

Step 2:

Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off the excess.

Step 3:

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.

Step 4:

Add chicken breasts to the skillet, cooking for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 5:

Remove chicken from the skillet and keep warm.

Step 6:

In the same skillet, add lemon juice, chicken broth, and capers. Bring to a simmer.

Step 7:

Whisk in remaining butter and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 8:

Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and heat through.

Step 9:

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Finished Lemon Chicken Piccata garnished with parsley on a plate
With vibrant flavors, Lemon Chicken Piccata will be a new favorite in your home

Pairings

  • Creamy Mashed Potatoes: The creamy texture balances the tangy sauce perfectly.
  • Arugula Salad: A light salad adds freshness and a peppery kick to complement the dish.

Storage Tips

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently in a skillet to maintain the chicken’s tenderness.
Finished Lemon Chicken Piccata garnished with parsley on a plate

Lemon Chicken Piccata

Discover the delightful flavors of this easy-to-make Lemon Chicken Piccata, perfect for a weeknight dinner or impressing guests. With a tangy lemon sauce and tender chicken, it becomes an instant favorite!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Ingredients
  

Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

Cooking Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup capers rinsed
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

  • Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  • Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off the excess.
  • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken breasts to the skillet, cooking for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Remove chicken from the skillet and keep warm.
  • In the same skillet, add lemon juice, chicken broth, and capers. Bring to a simmer.
  • Whisk in remaining butter and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and heat through.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

This dish pairs wonderfully with pasta, mashed potatoes, or a light salad. For extra richness, you can add a splash of white wine to the sauce.
Keyword Chicken, Lemon Chicken, Piccata

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