Description

Looking for a quick dinner that tastes gourmet? This Best Chicken Piccata recipe is your weeknight hero. Crispy pan-seared chicken is simmered in a buttery lemon-caper sauce that’s tangy, rich, and full of flavor. With minimal ingredients and maximum satisfaction, it’s perfect for anyone craving easy dinner ideas, quick meals, or comfort food with a fresh citrus twist. Serve it with pasta, mashed potatoes, or a crisp salad for a complete meal that feels like it came from a fine Italian bistro. Whether you’re cooking for guests or meal-prepping, this easy recipe is your ticket to a delicious win.

Ingredients

2 large chicken breasts (sliced in half lengthwise or pounded thin)

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons olive oil

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup chicken broth

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)

1 lemon, sliced into rounds

3 tablespoons capers, drained

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Slice chicken breasts in half or pound to an even thickness. Season with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.

2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same pan, reduce heat and add garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

4. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan.

5. Stir in lemon juice, lemon slices, and capers. Simmer 2–3 minutes.

6. Return chicken to the pan and simmer another 2 minutes, spooning sauce over the top.

7. Add remaining butter and stir until melted and silky.

8. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

For extra crispy chicken, let the dredged pieces rest 5 minutes before frying.

Add a splash of white wine to the sauce for an extra layer of depth.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Pan-seared
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet with sauce
Calories: 360
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 510mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 95mg