Creamy Lemon Chicken Piccata That’s Better Than Takeout
A mouthwatering creamy lemon chicken piccata recipe that’s easy to make and tastes better than takeout.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and add the chicken. Cook until browned on both sides and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add chicken broth, heavy cream, lemon juice, and capers. Stir to combine.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for a few minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Serve with pasta or rice for a complete meal.
- Adjust lemon juice according to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Lemon Chicken Piccata