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Chicken Piccata

Chicken Piccata is a classic Italian dish featuring a tangy lemon and creamy sauce that comes together in just 30 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 large large chicken breasts Butterflied and cut in half
  • to taste Salt & pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Flour Flour for dredging
  • 4 tablespoons butter divided
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 lemon Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon brined capers drained
  • 1/2 cup heavy/whipping cream For a cream-free version, increase the chicken broth to 3/4 cup.
  • Garnish (optional: chopped parsley and/or freshly grated parmesan cheese)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the chicken breasts lengthwise (butterfly and then cut in half) to make 4 thinner cutlets. Trim off any fat.
  2. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Coat the chicken in flour.
Cooking
  1. Add 2 tablespoons of butter and the olive oil to a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Once the pan is hot, cook the chicken pieces for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
  3. Take the pan off the heat and add chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, lemon zest, remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, and capers to the skillet. Scrape up any browned bits.
  4. Stir in the cream and return the pan to the heat. Once it’s bubbling again, add the chicken back into the pan.
  5. Cook for another 5 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has reduced to your liking. If the sauce thickens too much, add more broth.
  6. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and/or parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

Tips: Make sure to flatten the chicken cutlets evenly for even cooking. Don’t skip scraping the pan for the browned bits; they add great flavor to the sauce. Adjust the creaminess of the sauce by adding more or less cream and broth as per your taste. Variations: For a healthier option, you can skip the heavy cream and use low-fat yogurt instead.