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Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce

Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce


Description

Make Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce a crispy, flavorful dish with a tangy lemon caper sauce. Perfect for dinner or entertaining!


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup capers, drained
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Start by preparing the chicken breasts. Place each breast between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper and gently pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

  2. Dredge the chicken breasts in flour, making sure to coat them evenly. Shake off any excess flour.

  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.

  4. In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the lemon juice and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Stir in the capers.

  5. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to heat the chicken through and allow the flavors to meld.

  7. Transfer the chicken to serving plates, drizzle with the sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.