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Lemon Chicken Piccata

A zesty and flavorful chicken dish that's perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless
  • ½ cup Flour
  • ¼ cup Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • ½ cup Chicken Broth
  • ¼ cup Capers drained
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper freshly ground

Instructions 

  1. 1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, shaking off excess.
  2. 2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  3. 3. In the same skillet, add lemon juice, chicken broth, and capers. Bring to a boil, scraping up brown bits from the pan.
  4. 4. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove chicken and place on a serving platter.
  5. 5. Add remaining butter to the skillet and whisk until sauce thickens. Pour sauce over chicken and serve.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Lemon Chicken, Piccata
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