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Chicken Piccata Recipe

Chicken Piccata is a refined yet effortless one-skillet entrée that pairs succulent chicken with a zesty lemon and caper sauce. This dish delivers a gourmet experience reminiscent of fine dining, all from the comfort of your kitchen.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 6 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken Piccata:
  • 3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice from 1 large lemon
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine such as Chardonnay
  • 3 tablespoons capers rinsed under cold water
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper or to taste
  • For Garnish:
  • 1 small lemon thinly sliced into rings
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley finely chopped

Method
 

  1. Carefully slice each chicken breast horizontally to produce six thin cutlets. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
  2. Place the flour in a shallow dish and dredge each cutlet lightly, shaking off any surplus. Set the floured cutlets aside in a single layer.
  3. In a large skillet set over medium-high heat, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil with 2 tablespoons of butter. Once the butter begins to foam, arrange three cutlets in the pan. Sauté each side for approximately 2 to 4 minutes, or until golden and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving dish. Repeat with the remaining cutlets, adding an additional tablespoon of oil and butter as needed.
  4. With the skillet still over medium-high heat, deglaze the pan by adding the white wine, followed by the lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of butter, and the rinsed capers. Simmer for about 1 minute, scraping up any browned bits to incorporate into the sauce.
  5. Submerge the cooked chicken cutlets in the simmering sauce individually to ensure even coating. Return them to the serving dish and allow the sauce to reduce slightly for 2 additional minutes.

Notes

Drizzle the finished sauce over the chicken, then garnish with lemon rings and chopped parsley. Serve immediately.