Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce is a vibrant, tangy dish featuring golden pan-fried chicken cutlets simmered in a lemony butter sauce with capers and parsley.
2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup dry white wine
3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
2 tablespoons capers, rinsed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Lemon slices for garnish (optional)
Slice chicken breasts horizontally and pound to 1/2-inch thick cutlets.
Season with salt and pepper, then dredge lightly in flour.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet and pan-fry chicken until golden and cooked through, about 3–4 minutes per side.
Remove chicken and deglaze pan with white wine, scraping browned bits.
Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Stir in butter to finish the sauce.
Return chicken to skillet and simmer 2 minutes to warm through.
Garnish with parsley and lemon slices. Serve hot.
For gluten-free, use rice flour. Use chicken thighs for a juicier variation. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.