– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– ½ cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
– 4 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2-3 lemons)
– 1 cup chicken broth
– ¼ cup capers, drained and rinsed
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Lemon slices (for garnish, optional)
Creating Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce is simple with these straightforward steps:
1. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Dredge in Flour: Place flour in a shallow bowl. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess.
3. Heat Oil and Butter: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, combine the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter.
4. Cook Chicken: Once the skillet is hot, add the chicken breasts. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
5. Make Lemon Sauce: In the same skillet, add lemon juice, chicken broth, and capers. Bring to a simmer.
6. Finish the Sauce: Allow the sauce to reduce for about 5 minutes. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until the sauce becomes silky and smooth.
7. Return Chicken: Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet, coating it in the delicious lemon sauce for 1-2 minutes to warm through.
8. Garnish: Plate the chicken and spoon the sauce over it. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices, if preferred.
Following these steps will lead you to a mouthwatering Chicken Piccata that will become a cherished recipe in your home.