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Chicken Piccata: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe for 6 Servings

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Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 23 lemons)
  • ¼ cup capers, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Creating an incredible Chicken Piccata is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

  1. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Dredge each piece in flour, shaking off the excess.
  2. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook Chicken: Add two chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and keep warm.
  4. Add Butter: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Allow the butter to melt.
  5. Deglaze Pan: Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  6. Add Lemon Juice: Stir in the lemon juice and capers, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
  7. Return Chicken: Place the cooked chicken back into the skillet and simmer for another 2-3 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
  8. Garnish: Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

These steps will guide you in creating this delicious Chicken Piccata effortlessly.

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