This recipe for Meghann's Chicken Scallopini is both delicious and easy to make. The chicken is cooked to perfection and served with a flavorful lemon and caper sauce. It is a perfect dish for a weeknight dinner or for entertaining guests. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, you can have a gourmet meal on the table in no time.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Directions
- Start by pounding the chicken breasts until they are about 1/4 inch thick. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Bring to a boil and cook until the sauce has reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Cook until the butter has melted and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors have melded together.
- Serve the chicken scallopini with the sauce spooned over the top and garnish with fresh parsley.
