– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– ½ cup all-purpose flour
– ½ cup unsalted butter (divided)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
– ¼ cup capers (drained)
– 2 cloves garlic (minced)
– 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Making Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Tenderize the Chicken: Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness (about ½ inch thick). Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Dredge in Flour: Place flour in a shallow dish and coat each chicken breast lightly, shaking off excess flour.
3. Heat the Pan: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
4. Cook Chicken: Once hot, add the chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook without moving them for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes, until cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside on a plate.
5. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. Add Chicken Broth and Lemon Juice: Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice. Stir to combine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
7. Incorporate Capers: Stir in the drained capers and allow the sauce to reduce slightly.
8. Finish the Sauce: Return the chicken to the skillet. Allow it to simmer in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes while the flavors meld.
9. Add Remaining Butter: Turn off the heat and add the remaining butter, stirring gently until melted and incorporated.
10. Garnish and Serve: Transfer chicken to plates, spoon sauce over the top, and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.