Delicious Lemon Chicken Piccata Recipe

This Lemon Chicken Piccata recipe is a classic Italian dish with a tangy lemon and caper sauce. The chicken is lightly breaded and pan-fried to golden perfection, then smothered in a flavorful sauce made with lemon juice, white wine, and butter. Serve with pasta or mashed potatoes for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then coat them in flour, shaking off any excess.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add chicken broth, white wine, lemon juice, and capers. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for an additional 5 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
5. Stir in the butter until melted. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
6. Serve the Lemon Chicken Piccata with pasta or mashed potatoes, and enjoy!

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