Here’s a delicious recipe for Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce:
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Lemon Sauce:
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1/4 cup capers, drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
Prepare the Chicken:
- Butterfly the Chicken Breasts: Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet to pound the chicken to about 1/4 inch thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Dredge the Chicken: Place the flour in a shallow dish. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess.
Cook the Chicken:
- Heat the Pan: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until the butter has melted and the mixture is hot.
- Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Work in batches if necessary. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Make the Lemon Sauce:
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the lemon juice, chicken broth, and white wine (if using). Bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Add Capers: Stir in the capers and let the sauce cook until slightly reduced, about 5 minutes.
- Finish the Sauce: Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter. Continue to stir until the butter is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Serve:
- Combine and Garnish: Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the chicken. Let the chicken warm in the sauce for a couple of minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Plate and Enjoy: Serve the Chicken Piccata with your favorite side dishes, such as pasta, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad. Enjoy!
Tips:
- For a gluten-free option: Substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Wine substitute: If you prefer not to use wine, simply increase the amount of chicken broth.
- Extra flavor: Add a bit of garlic to the sauce for an extra layer of flavor. Simply sauté minced garlic in the pan before adding the lemon juice and chicken broth.
Enjoy your homemade Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce!