Print

Chicken Piccata Recipe

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Chicken Piccata is a bright and flavorful Italian-American dish made with tender chicken cutlets sautéed until golden and served in a tangy lemon-butter caper sauce. It’s quick to prepare and perfect served over pasta for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut horizontally into 4 thinner cutlets)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 1/4 cup capers, rinsed and drained
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced (optional, for garnish)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • Cooked pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or angel hair), for serving

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken cutlets with salt and pepper. Lightly dredge them in flour, shaking off the excess.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the chicken in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
  3. In the same pan, add white wine (or chicken broth) and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  4. Add the capers and let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in the remaining 2 tbsp butter to finish the sauce.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the pan and spoon the sauce over the cutlets to coat.
  7. Serve the chicken with lemon slices and a sprinkle of chopped parsley. Plate with cooked pasta and drizzle with extra sauce.

Notes

  • For best results, pound chicken to even thickness before cooking.
  • Use chicken broth instead of wine for an alcohol-free version.
  • Serve immediately to enjoy the crispy edges of the chicken.
  • Pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a crisp salad.
  • Adjust lemon juice to taste depending on desired tartness.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://yumfoodusa.com/chicken-piccata-recipe/