Quick Lemon-Caper Chicken Piccata

European · Italy

Quick Lemon-Caper Chicken Piccata

Tender chicken breast pan-seared in rich butter, fresh lemon juice, capers, and aromatic parsley.

15 min Easy Serves 2$3.69 estimated
Gluten-free
Halal
High-protein
Low-carb

Contains: Dairy

Ingredients

  • Chicken

    400 g

    $2.20

  • Salted Butter

    30 g

    $0.26

  • Olive oil

    1 tbsp

    $0.10

  • Capers in Brine

    2 tbsp

    $0.40

  • Lemon

    1 whole

    $0.50

  • Garlic

    2 cloves

    $0.08

  • Parsley

    0.25 bunch

    $0.15

  • Salt

    0.5 tsp

    $0.00

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Preparation

  1. 1

    Slice chicken breast horizontally into thin cutlets and season both sides with salt.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil and half the butter in a wide frying pan over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Add the chicken cutlets and sear for 3 minutes per side until lightly browned and cooked through; transfer to a warm plate.

  4. 4

    Lower heat to medium, add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  5. 5

    Pour in the freshly squeezed lemon juice, capers, and remaining butter, swirling the pan for 1 to 2 minutes to create a silky emulsion.

  6. 6

    Return the chicken cutlets to the pan to coat in the sauce, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve.

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