Description
Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce is a classic Italian-American dish featuring tender chicken cutlets sautéed to a golden brown and served in a tangy and flavorful lemon-caper sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make dinner is perfect for a quick weeknight meal that tastes elegant and fresh.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- All-purpose flour, for dredging
- Olive oil, for cooking
- 2 tablespoons butter
Sauce & Garnish
- 2 fresh lemons (juiced and zested)
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thin cutlets for even cooking and tenderness.
- Dredge the Chicken: Lightly coat each chicken cutlet in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess to avoid a heavy crust.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken cutlets for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Add Lemon and Capers: Pour lemon juice and add capers to the skillet with the chicken, allowing them to sizzle and infuse flavor.
- Simmer Sauce: Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth while scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
- Finish with Butter and Parsley: Stir in the butter to add richness and chopped fresh parsley for brightness before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, zest one lemon to add a bright lemony aroma to the sauce or garnish.
- Use thin chicken cutlets to ensure quick and even cooking.
- Serve the dish over pasta, rice, or with a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix a little cornstarch with water and add during simmering.
- This recipe can be doubled to serve more guests, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
