Lemon Chicken Piccata Recipe
This Lemon Chicken Piccata recipe is a delightful combination of tender chicken breast, tangy lemon butter sauce, and capers, served on a bed of pasta for a comforting and elegant meal.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts boneless and skinless
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
- 1 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 0.25 cup capers rinsed and drained
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped for garnish
- 10 ounces pasta such as angel hair or spaghetti
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Dredge them in flour, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add chicken and cook until golden, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers, bringing to a simmer.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer in the sauce until fully cooked, about 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the chicken, and add butter to the skillet, stirring until melted and the sauce thickens.
- Serve chicken over cooked pasta, spooning sauce over top. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
This dish pairs well with a light-bodied white wine. Adjust lemon juice to taste, based on acidity preference.