Chicken Piccata and Quinoa Recipe

Name: Chicken Piccata and Quinoa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breast; 1 sea salt and ground black pepper; 6 tbsp unsalted butter; 5 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin; 1/3 cup lemon juice; 1/2 cup chicken stock; 1/4 cup capers rinsed; 1/3 cup chopped parsley; 1 cup quinoa; 2 cup water

Servings: persons

1
2 boneless skinless chicken breast butterflied.
2
Season chicken with salt and pepper.
3
Dredge chicken in flour and shake off excess.
4
In a large skillet over medium high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 3 tablespoons olive oil.
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cook for 3 minutes.
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When chicken is browned, flip and cook other side for 3 minutes.
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Remove and transfer to plate.
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In the same pan add the lemon juice, stock and capers.
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bring to boil, scraping up brown bits from the pan for extra flavor.
10
Return all the chicken to the pan and simmer for 5 minutes.
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Remove chicken to platter.
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Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to sauce and whisk vigorously.
13
Pour sauce over chicken and garnish with parsley.
14
Boil 2 cups of water and add quinoa
15
Turn heat down to low and simmer for 15 mins.
16
Make sure to drain quinoa holds a lot of water.

469

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 boneless skinless chicken breast, 1 sea salt and ground black pepper, 6 tbsp unsalted butter, 5 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin, and more.

Yes, Chicken Piccata and Quinoa falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Piccata and Quinoa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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