Extreme Lemon Chicken Piccata

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this zesty and flavorful Extreme Lemon Chicken Piccata recipe! Featuring tender, golden-brown chicken breasts simmered in a luscious sauce bursting with fresh lemon juice, fragrant lemon zest, and tangy capers, this dish is a vibrant celebration of bold, citrusy flavors. A touch of garlic and silky butter adds depth to the sauce, while a garnish of fresh parsley and bright lemon slices makes for an elegant presentation. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick and easy one-pan dish is perfect for busy evenings yet fancy enough to impress your guests. Serve it over pasta, fluffy rice, or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the savory, lemon-infused goodness. Keywords: Lemon Chicken Piccata recipe, extreme lemon flavor, one-pan chicken dinner, easy weeknight meal, fresh lemon sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cups Chicken broth
• 0.5 cups Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Capers, drained
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 8 slices Lemon slices

Directions

Step 1

Place each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound to an even 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.

Step 2

In a large shallow dish, mix the all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts in batches and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon.

Step 6

Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and capers. Cook the sauce for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly.

Step 7

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Top with lemon slices and let simmer for 2 minutes to marry the flavors.

Step 8

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Pair with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the vibrant sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1307.8 grams (1307.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2243

Total Fat 116.30g	149%
Saturated Fat 41.70g	209%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 716mg	239%
Sodium 3869mg	168%
Total Carbohydrate 67.80g	25%
Dietary Fiber 6.70g	24%
Total Sugars 5.10g
Protein 228.10g	456%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 209mg	16%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 2407mg	51%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.9%

Protein: 40.9%

Carbs: 12.2%