Chicken Piccata is a delicious Italian dish that features tender chicken breasts in a lemony, buttery sauce with capers and parsley. If you’re a fan of citrus and salt, this recipe is definitely for you. Here’s how you can make it at home!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- salt and pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup brined capers, rinsed
- 1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
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If your chicken breasts are not already trimmed, remove excess fat and tendons. Then, using a meat mallet or rolling pin, pound the chicken breasts until they are uniform in thickness. Season both sides of each chicken breast with salt and pepper.
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Coat each chicken breast in flour and shake off any excess. You want a light coating of flour to give the chicken a crispy texture.
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In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil on medium-high heat until the butter is melted and hot.
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Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and keep warm on a plate.
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In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Scrape the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits of chicken. Bring the sauce to a boil and let it cook for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens a bit.
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Turn off the heat and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the sauce. Use a whisk to mix the butter in until it’s completely melted.
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Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts and top with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
Chicken Piccata is a classic Italian dish that’s perfect for a dinner party or a cozy night in. With its tangy, buttery sauce, it’s sure to satisfy any craving for comfort food. Follow these simple steps to make it
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