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A platter of thin, seared chicken breasts covered with a caper and parsley sauce and topped with fresh lemon slices.

Easy Homemade Chicken Piccata

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Description

If you love the bright, zesty flavors of Italian cuisine, then this Easy Homemade Chicken Piccata, is perfect for you. It’s a simple, yet elegant dish that can be made in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
  • 1/3 cup flour
  • 2 tablespoons rice flour or cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 3/4 cup chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
  • 1 whole lemon, sliced

Instructions

  1. Slice the chicken breasts in half, creating two thin pieces from each breast. Pat dry and season on both sides with half of the salt and pepper.
  2. Combine the flour, cornstarch, and remaining salt and pepper on a plate. Dredge the chicken in the mixture.
  3. Heat the olive oil and two tablespoons of butter in a pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Once hot, sear the chicken on both sides until fully-cooked (about 3-4 minutes per side). Transfer to a platter.
  5. In the same pan, pour in the chicken stock and lemon juice. Add two more tablespoons of butter and allow to thicken for a few minutes.
  6. Add the capers and fresh parsley to the pan. Add a few more tablespoons of butter.
  7. If the sauce is too thick, add in a touch more stock.
  8. Once melted, add the chicken back to the pan to warm through.
  9. Add the sliced lemons and spoon the sauce onto the chicken.
  10. Transfer the chicken to a platter.
  11. Spoon the remaining sauce over the chicken and garnish with fresh parsley and serve with the lemon wedges.
  12. Serve with pasta, rice, steamed vegetables, or a side salad.
  13. ENJOY!

 

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Equipment

Notes

  • Slice chicken breasts thinly for even, and quick cooking.
  • Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help the flour mixture adhere better.
  • Coat chicken evenly with the flour mixture to achieve a crisp exterior.
  • Scrape up the browned bits when adding chicken stock and lemon juice for extra flavor.
  • Add butter in stages to build a rich and silky sauce.
  • Use fresh lemon juice and parsley for the best flavor.
  • Adjust the sauce thickness by cooking it longer or adding a bit more stock.
  • Add chicken back to the pan just long enough to warm through without overcooking.
  • Garnish with extra parsley and lemon slices for a fresh and vibrant presentation.
  • Serve with pasta, rice or steamed vegetables.
 
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Easy
  • Cuisine: American, Italian

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