Lemon Caper Artichoke Chicken Piccata
User Reviews
4.3
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
459 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Lemon Caper Artichoke Chicken Piccata
Description
Lemon Caper Artichoke Chicken Piccata starts by coating boneless skinless chicken breasts in a seasoned flour mix to add a light crust. The chicken is then seared in butter until golden and cooked through. Using the same pan, additional butter, garlic, lemon slices, fresh thyme, capers, and sliced artichokes are sautéed briefly to combine their flavors. Lemon juice and chicken stock are added next, and the chicken returns to the pan to finish cooking in the tangy sauce.
Finally, Greek yogurt is stirred in off the heat to add creaminess without overpowering the brightness of the lemon and capers. The artichokes contribute a tender, slightly earthy note complementing the savory chicken. The sauce is full-flavored and balanced, clinging to the chicken pieces.
This dish pairs well with simple sides like steamed vegetables or grains that can absorb the sauce. Optional additions include spinach for extra greens or Mediterranean ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes and olives to deepen the flavor profile. Skipping artichokes won't detract from the basic piccata sauce's character if preferred.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken breast 4 pieces, boneless skinless
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour seasoned with a pinch of salt and 1 teaspoon of oregano
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 lemon thinly sliced
- 1 lemon juiced
- 3 tablespoons thyme fresh leaves
- 3 tablespoons capers
- 4 Artichoke or jarred), sliced, large, frozen
- 1/4 cup chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Notes
- Artichokes may be omitted for a more traditional chicken piccata.
- Adding spinach is an option to include more vegetables with the dish.
- Enhance the Mediterranean theme by incorporating sun-dried tomatoes, feta, or olives.
- Seasonal vegetables like green asparagus can be added for a spring variant with extra yogurt and lemon.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.3
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