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A plate of classic Chicken Piccata with lemon slices and capers.

Proven way to grow: Chicken Piccata in 5 steps

This chicken piccata recipe is a quick and easy dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. Tender chicken cutlets are pan-fried and served with a bright, lemony caper sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs chicken breasts
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 0.25 cup lemon juice
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp capers
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Meat Mallet
  • Shallow Dish
  • Large Skillet
  • Tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pound chicken breasts to a consistent thickness then season with salt and pepper.
  2. Dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off any excess.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then pan-fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  2. Remove chicken and keep warm.
  3. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth and lemon juice, then stir in capers and fresh parsley to create the sauce.
Serving
  1. Serve the chicken with the lemon-caper sauce spooned over the top.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine to the sauce with the chicken broth and lemon juice. Serve with pasta or rice to soak up the delicious sauce.