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Lemon Chicken Piccata

This chicken piccata dish is bursting with flavor thanks to a quick lemon pan sauce flavored with garlic and capers that's easy to prepare.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Italian Inspired

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large skinless boneless chicken breast halves, cut into ½-inch medallions
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ cup dry white wine or additional chicken broth
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice about 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons capers drained
  • 2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C). Place a serving platter inside to keep it warm.
  2. Season the flour with salt and pepper. Dredge each chicken medallion until lightly coated.
  3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter with the olive oil. Once foaming, add chicken; cook 3 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to the warmed platter.
  4. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the same skillet. Sauté the garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the wine to deglaze, scraping up brown bits. Let it simmer 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Simmer for 4–5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
  7. Return the chicken and any juices to the pan. Spoon the lemon-caper sauce over each piece and cook 2 minutes more to warm through.
  8. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and remove from heat.
  9. Arrange chicken on the warm platter, drizzle extra sauce on top, and garnish with lemon slices.
  10. Serve immediately with pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete Italian-inspired meal.
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