Description
A light and zesty Italian dish featuring chicken in a lemony caper sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons capers
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Dredge chicken in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers to the skillet.
- Bring to a simmer and return chicken to the skillet.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Stir in remaining butter until melted.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Serve with pasta or rice for a complete meal.
- Adjust lemon juice according to your preference.
- Use low-sodium broth for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Italian Lemon Chicken Piccata, Light Chicken Recipe, Healthy Italian Dish