30-Minute Classic Chicken Piccata with Capers and Lemon
30-Minute Classic Chicken Piccata with Capers and Lemon is a quick yet impressive Italian dish that delivers vibrant flavors and a visually appealing presentation. This recipe features tender chicken breasts sautéed to golden perfection and smothered in a zesty lemon-caper sauce. In just half an hour, you can create a gourmet experience that will delight your family and friends. Serve it over pasta or alongside roasted veggies for a complete meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 lemons (about ¼ cup)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 tbsp capers, drained
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to streamline preparation.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in lemon juice and chicken broth while scraping up browned bits from the pan.
- Stir in capers and let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over it. Simmer together for another 3 minutes.
- Serve on plates with sauce drizzled on top and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For gluten-free options, substitute regular flour with gluten-free all-purpose flour. - Swap chicken for turkey cutlets or thin fish fillets like sole or tilapia for variation. - Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or mix in sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.