Chicken Piccata Recipe (VIDEO)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 as a main course
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Calories
254 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Chicken Piccata Recipe (VIDEO)
Description
In this Chicken Piccata recipe, boneless, skinless chicken breasts are halved lengthwise and seasoned before being dredged in flour and pan-seared in butter and olive oil. This cooking method produces cutlets with a gentle crust and juicy interior. The skillet sauce is made by simmering dry white wine, lemon juice, capers, and butter, which is spooned over the cooked chicken to coat it with a flavorful, tangy glaze.
The dish is typically garnished with lemon rings and fresh parsley to enhance its bright citrus profile. The combination of the lemon-caper sauce and tender chicken makes it a versatile meal that pairs well with side dishes like pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Piccata:
- 3 chicken breast boneless, skinless, large
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper or to taste
- 4 Tbsp butter divided, unsalted
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup dry white wine such as chardonnay
- 1/4 cup lemon juice juice of 1 large lemon, fresh
- 3 Tbsp capers rinsed under cold water
Garnish:
- 1 lemon sliced into rings, small
- 1/4 cup parsley
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise so you end up with 6 cutlets. Sprinkle both sides of cutlets with salt and pepper.
- Add 1/2 cup flour to a shallow dish. Dredge chicken to coat with flour, shaking off the excess. Transfer to a large plate in a single layer.
- Place a large skillet (non-stick or stainless steel will work) over medium/high heat. Add 2 Tbsp olive oil and 2 Tbsp butter. Once butter melts and begins to sizzle, add 3 pieces of dredged chicken and saute 2-4 minutes per side or until 165˚F on an instant-read thermometer (timing will depend on thickness of chicken). Remove to a serving platter, add additional 1 Tbsp oil and 1 Tbsp butter and sauté remaining chicken.
- In the same skillet without reducing heat, add 1/2 cup wine, 1 Tbsp butter, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and 1/4 cup rinsed capers. Simmer 1 minute then dip your chicken pieces into your sauce a few pieces at a time and place them back on your platter. Continue simmering sauce another 2 minutes to slightly thicken. Drizzle sauce over chicken and garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6as a main course
Amount Per Serving
Calories 254 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 254kcal | 13% |
| Carbs | 10g | |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 57mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 659mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 259mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 474IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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