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Easy Chicken Piccata Recipe

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This Easy Chicken Piccata recipe features tender chicken cutlets cooked to golden perfection and served in a tangy lemon, butter, and caper sauce enriched with cream. A quick and elegant stovetop dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • Salt & pepper (to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Flour (for dredging, about 1/4 cup)

Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth (or dry white wine)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon brined capers (drained)
  • 1/2 cup heavy/whipping cream

Garnish (optional)

  • Chopped parsley
  • Freshly grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Slice the chicken breasts lengthwise by butterflying and then cutting in half to create 4 thinner cutlets. Trim off any fat. Season each piece generously with salt, pepper, and sprinkle with garlic powder. Dredge the chicken pieces evenly in flour, shaking off excess.
  2. Heat the skillet: Add 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil to a skillet over medium-high heat. Allow the butter to melt and the pan to get hot for even cooking.
  3. Cook the chicken: Place the floured chicken cutlets in the hot skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until each piece is golden brown. Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  4. Make the sauce: Remove the skillet from heat and add chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, and drained capers to the pan. Scrape the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits, creating flavorful base for the sauce.
  5. Finish the sauce: Stir in the heavy cream and return the skillet to the heat. Once the sauce begins to bubble gently, add the chicken back into the pan to warm through. If you prefer to omit cream, increase the chicken broth to 3/4 cup for enough liquid.
  6. Simmer and reduce: Continue cooking the chicken and sauce together for about 5 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened to your liking. Reduce heat if sauce boils too vigorously. If the sauce gets too thick, add more chicken broth to loosen consistency.
  7. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley and/or grated parmesan cheese over the chicken piccata to enhance flavor and presentation. Serve immediately for best taste.

Notes

  • Butterflying the chicken breasts ensures even cooking and tenderness.
  • You can substitute dry white wine for chicken broth for added depth of flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of lemon juice and capers based on your taste preference for acidity and saltiness.
  • To make this recipe dairy-free, omit butter and cream, using more broth and a splash of olive oil instead.
  • Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

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