If you’re looking for a delicious meal that’s quick, easy, and absolutely satisfying, look no further than this one-pan chicken piccata recipe. Perfect for busy weekdays, this dish combines tender chicken breasts with a zesty lemon sauce and capers, all cooked in just one pan to minimize clean-up time. Let’s dive into this delightful recipe that will impress your family or guests without taking up too much of your evening.
Ingredients You’ll Need
To make this quick and easy chicken piccata, you’ll need the following ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced thin), salt and pepper (to taste), ½ cup all-purpose flour (for dredging), 4 tablespoons olive oil (divided), 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, juice of 1 lemon (about 3 tablespoons), ¼ cup capers (drained), fresh parsley (for garnish). These simple ingredients come together to create a mouthwatering dish everyone will love.
Preparation Steps
Begin by seasoning the sliced chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece in flour until well coated, shaking off any excess. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil along with the butter. Once hot and melted, add the chicken slices in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and set aside while you prepare the sauce.
Making the Piccata Sauce
In the same skillet used to cook the chicken, lower the heat slightly and pour in the remaining olive oil if needed. Add minced garlic if desired for extra flavor; sauté it briefly until fragrant but not browned. Next, pour in your low-sodium chicken broth followed by lemon juice and capers. Scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan as these are packed with flavor. Allow this mixture to simmer for about five minutes until slightly reduced.
Combining Chicken with Sauce
Once your sauce has thickened slightly, return your cooked chicken to the skillet allowing it to soak up all those delicious flavors from your piccata sauce. Let everything simmer together on low heat for another couple of minutes so that each bite is infused with zesty goodness. This step also helps keep your chicken warm before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Serve your one-pan chicken piccata over a bed of pasta or rice—both options work beautifully. Don’t forget to spoon some extra sauce over each serving along with freshly chopped parsley for an added pop of color and flavor. Your family will be thrilled at how quickly dinner came together while enjoying every bite of this restaurant-quality meal right at home.
With its vibrant flavors and effortless preparation style, this quick one-pan chicken piccata recipe is sure to become a go-to dish during busy weekdays or whenever you’re craving something delightful yet straightforward to whip up. Enjoy cooking—and even more so—enjoy eating.
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