Easy Chicken Piccata

Experience the zesty flavors of Italy with this Easy Chicken Piccata recipe that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a tangy lemon-caper sauce, making every bite a delightful experience.

2 Servings

https://tasty.co/recipe/easy-chicken-piccata

Ingredients

1 large, boneless, skinless chicken breast

salt, to taste

pepper, to taste

flour, as needed

3 tablespoons butter

½ cup chicken broth (120 mL)

1 lemon, Juiced

2 tablespoons caper

Instructions

Step 1

Butterfly the chicken breast and pound it thin. Salt and pepper to taste.

Step 2

Dredge each piece in flour, shaking off the excess.

Step 3

In a skillet over high heat, melt three Tbsp. butter, and brown the chicken, the browner and crispier the better, 3–5 minutes on each side.

Step 4

Remove chicken from the skillet, and, in the same pan, add chicken stock, lemon, and capers.

Step 5

Boil until the sauce reduces by ⅓, and return the chicken to the skillet.

Step 6

Spoon sauce over the chicken several times.

Step 7

Serve immediately, with the remaining sauce poured over the chicken.

Step 8

Enjoy!

Step 9

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