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Classic Skillet Chicken Piccata

Close-up of golden brown chicken piccata fillets topped with capers, lemon zest, and fresh parsley in a bright sauce.
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Make restaurant-style Chicken Piccata quickly in one skillet. This recipe features tender chicken cutlets coated in a bright, zesty lemon and caper sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved horizontally to make 8 thin cutlets
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 thin lemon slices for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pound the chicken cutlets to about 1/4 inch thickness between two sheets of plastic wrap.
  2. In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge each chicken cutlet lightly in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear the chicken in batches, cooking for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken to a plate and keep warm.
  5. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter to the same skillet.
  6. Pour in the white wine or broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it reduce slightly for 1 minute.
  7. Add the chicken broth and lemon juice. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
  8. Stir in the capers. Cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  9. Return the chicken cutlets to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken.
  10. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a richer sauce, substitute heavy cream for half of the chicken broth.
  • Serve this dish over pasta, rice, or with steamed asparagus.
  • To make this a healthier option, use less butter and skip dredging the chicken in flour; instead, lightly dust with cornstarch.

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