Lemon Chicken Piccata with Grilled Bread

Lemon Chicken Piccata with Grilled Bread

4 servings
Chicken Piccata - you won't believe how easy this recipe is! Perfect with a green salad and grilled bread for soaking up all the extra sauce.

Ingredients

  • boneless skinless chicken breasts
    1 lb
  • flour
    ½ c
  • salt and pepper
  • land o lakes® european style super premium salted butter
    4 tbsp
  • olive oil
    2 tbsp
  • white wine
    ½ c
  • chicken broth
    1 ½ c
  • lemon

    sliced thinly, leave about 1/4 of the lemon intact for the juice

    1 large
  • jarred capers
    ¼ c
  • fresh parsley

Directions

  1. 1

    Cut the chicken breasts in half so that you have a total of four pieces. Cover with plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch or less. Place the flour in a bowl with some salt and pepper. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture and set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and the olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium high heat. Add the chicken and fry for a few minutes, flipping once. Both sides should be golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.

  3. 3

    Add the wine to the skillet and let it get all sizzly so you can scrape browned bits off the bottom. Add the broth and lemon slices. Let the mixture reduce to half or less. Add the capers, butter, and any remaining juice you can get out of the lemon nubs. Arrange the chicken pieces back in the pan and sprinkle with fresh parsley. VOILA!

Lemon Chicken Piccata with Grilled Bread

Lemon Chicken Piccata with Grilled Bread

4.6(41)30 min4 servings391 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a bright, flavorful dinner that feels gourmet but is surprisingly simple? This Lemon Chicken Piccata with Grilled Bread delivers a restaurant-worthy experience right to your table, perfect for any weeknight. You won't believe how easy it is to achieve such vibrant flavors.

The key to this dish is the dynamic balance of tangy lemon, savory capers, and rich Land O Lakes® European Style Super Premium Salted Butter, creating an irresistible pan sauce. This thoughtful combination, enriched with white wine and chicken broth, elevates everyday chicken into something truly special, setting it apart from more complicated recipes.

Prepare for a delightful interplay of savory and bright notes, as tender chicken is bathed in a luxurious sauce. The sauce, made with a generous amount of fresh lemon and the briny burst of capers, offers a zesty tang that perfectly complements the richness of the butter and olive oil. Every bite is an experience, especially when sopped up with crusty grilled bread. With 391 calories per serving, this hearty meal is designed to be deeply satisfying and full of robust flavor.

While this classic Lemon Chicken Piccata is perfect as is, you can easily adapt it to your pantry. If you don't have white wine on hand, a good quality chicken broth can be substituted, though it will alter the depth of flavor slightly. You can also experiment with different herbs if you prefer, though fresh parsley adds a wonderful finishing touch.

This elegant yet approachable Lemon Chicken Piccata makes a fantastic dinner, whether for a special occasion or a delightful weeknight meal. Serve it alongside a crisp green salad and plenty of grilled bread to ensure no drop of that incredible sauce goes to waste.

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