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Creamy Lemon Chicken Piccata Recipe Easy Zesty Capers Sauce

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A quick and easy creamy lemon chicken piccata with a zesty caper sauce that balances bright lemon, briny capers, and rich cream for a comforting yet vibrant meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for substitution)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons drained capers
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap or inside a zip-top bag. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound to about 1/2 inch thickness. (5 minutes)
  2. Season the flour with salt and pepper on a shallow plate. Lightly coat each chicken breast on both sides, shaking off excess. (3 minutes)
  3. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook until golden and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side (internal temp 165°F). Remove and set aside on a warm plate. (10 minutes)
  4. Lower heat to medium and add minced garlic to the same pan. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth and scrape the browned bits from the pan bottom with a wooden spoon. (2 minutes)
  5. Stir in lemon juice and zest, along with drained capers. Let the mixture simmer gently for 2-3 minutes. (3 minutes)
  6. Lower heat to medium-low and slowly stir in heavy cream. Let it simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. (4 minutes)
  7. Return chicken to pan, nestle into the sauce and spoon sauce over the top. Let warm together for 2 minutes. (2 minutes)
  8. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish before serving. (1 minute)

Notes

Pound chicken breasts evenly for tender, uniform cooking. Simmer cream gently to avoid curdling. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. For thicker sauce, add a slurry of 1/2 teaspoon flour or cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water. Rinse capers if too salty. Can substitute gluten-free flour or coconut cream for dietary needs.

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Keywords: chicken piccata, creamy lemon chicken, caper sauce, easy dinner, weeknight meal, quick chicken recipe, zesty sauce

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