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Easy Chicken Piccata Recipe: Quick Lemon Caper Sauce

Easy Chicken Piccata

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts Sliced in half horizontally to make 4 thin cutlets
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour For dredging
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper Freshly ground
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter Divided use
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1/3 cup dry white wine Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp capers Drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley Finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create 4 thin cutlets. If they are uneven, gently pound them to a uniform 1/4-inch thickness.
  • In a wide, shallow dish, whisk together the all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and black pepper. Lightly dredge each chicken cutlet in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  • Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and bubbling.
  • Place the chicken cutlets in the skillet, working in batches if necessary so as not to crowd the pan. Sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil.
  • Reduce the skillet heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Pour the dry white wine into the skillet to deglaze, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. Let the wine simmer and reduce by half, which should take about 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, and drained capers. Allow the sauce to simmer for another 2 to 3 minutes until it slightly thickens.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and whisk continuously until the butter is melted and the sauce emulsifies into a smooth, silky texture.
  • Return the warm chicken cutlets to the skillet. Spoon the lemon caper sauce generously over the top of the chicken.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.