Very Easy Chicken Piccata Recipe

Name: Very Easy Chicken Piccata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup flour; 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, seasoned with; salt and pepper; 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided use; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 small lemon, halved lengthwise, then sliced; 1/2 cup lemon juice (from 1 1/2 large or 3 small lemons); 2 tablespoons capers, drained; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced

Servings: persons

1/2 cup flour
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, seasoned with
salt and pepper
4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided use
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 cup chicken broth
1 small lemon, halved lengthwise, then sliced
1/2 cup lemon juice (from 1 1/2 large or 3 small lemons)
2 tablespoons capers, drained
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced

1
Preheat oven to 200 degrees; place a heat-proof platter (or casserole dish) in oven.
2
Pour flour onto a plate. Coat both sides of chicken breast halves in flour; shake off excess.
3
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in 12-inch heavy-bottom skillet over medium-high heat. Saute half the chicken (without moving) until lightly browned on first side, about 4 to 5 minutes.
4
Turn and cook until second side is lightly browned and chicken is cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer chicken to heated platter or casserole dish and return to oven.
5
Repeat with remaining oil and chicken.
6
In same skillet, saute garlic about 10 seconds; add broth and lemon slices. Increase heat to high. Scrape skillet bottom with wooden spoon to loosen any browned bits. Simmer about 10 minutes to reduce liquid.
7
Add lemon juice and capers and simmer about 5 more minutes.
8
Remove pan from heat and stir in butter until it melts and sauce thickens. Blend in parsley.
9
Spoon sauce over chicken and serve.

544

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup flour, 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, seasoned with, salt and pepper, 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided use, and more.

Yes, Very Easy Chicken Piccata 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.

Very Easy Chicken Piccata

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