Description
Chicken Piccata is a classic Italian-American dish that combines the bright flavors of lemon, garlic, and capers with succulent chicken breasts, all enveloped in a rich white wine sauce. Perfect for family dinners or romantic evenings, this recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights. With its impressive presentation and delightful taste, Chicken Piccata will transport you to an Italian trattoria right from your kitchen. Serve it over pasta or alongside fresh vegetables to create a well-rounded meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup flour
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (finely grated)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 4 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons capers (drained)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness and season with salt and pepper.
- Mix flour, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder in a shallow dish. Dredge each chicken breast until coated.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the skillet. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté sliced garlic until fragrant.
- Add white wine, scraping brown bits from the pan; simmer for a few minutes.
- Stir in capers, chicken broth, and lemon juice; let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet to soak up the sauce; finish with cold butter and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of Chicken Piccata (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg