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Easy One-Pan Crispy Chicken Piccata Recipe with Lemon Caper Butter Sauce

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A quick and satisfying one-pan chicken piccata with a crispy golden crust and a tangy lemon caper butter sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour/gluten-free blend for gluten-free option)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Juice of 2 lemons (about 1/4 cup), plus lemon slices for garnish
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Pound gently with a meat mallet or rolling pin to about 1/2-inch thickness. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
  2. Place flour in a shallow bowl. Lightly coat each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess.
  3. Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and cook 4-5 minutes per side until deep golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Avoid overcrowding; cook in batches if needed.
  4. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and tent loosely with foil to keep warm.
  5. Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the pan to lift browned bits.
  7. Stir in capers. Remove pan from heat and whisk in remaining 2 tablespoons butter gradually to create a silky sauce.
  8. Return chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over the top, and warm through for 1-2 minutes.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices. Serve immediately with extra sauce spooned over.

Notes

For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or gluten-free blend. Add butter off the heat to prevent sauce from splitting. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain crispiness. Let sauce simmer gently if too thin before adding butter.

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Keywords: chicken piccata, one-pan recipe, lemon caper sauce, crispy chicken, easy dinner, weeknight meal, buttery sauce

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