CHICKEN PICCATA
Chicken piccata is an Italian-American staple beloved for its piquant flavors cradled in a silky, butter-rich pan sauce. It also doesn't hurt that it cooks up very quickly. This version is mostly traditional except that it uses lemon two ways, calling for lemon slices to be caramelized (to soften their tang) and for a hit of fresh juice at the end (to brighten the whole dish). This ensures a sauce that's neither too rich, nor too puckery. Serve with a starch - pasta, polenta, rice or white beans - for sopping up the sauce, and a green vegetable.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, easy, weekday, poultry, main course
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge the chicken in flour and shake off any excess.
- In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons butter and the olive oil over medium-high heat until the butter has melted. Working in batches to avoid crowding the pan, add the chicken and sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken, place on a plate and repeat with the remaining pieces, adding more olive oil if needed.
- Once the chicken is cooked, add the shallot and lemon slices to the pan and sauté, stirring occasionally, until lightly caramelized and fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the stock and simmer until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the remaining 3 tablespoons butter, capers and lemon juice, to taste. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the chicken with the sauce poured over the top. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 489, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 41 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 655 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 1 gram
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Amy Castillo
[email protected]I don't recommend this recipe.
islamic informative
[email protected]This recipe is too complicated.
Nelly Gathoni
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my chicken turned out dry.
Jilli Bean
[email protected]This recipe is a bit bland.
Jared Villegas
[email protected]I've tried other chicken piccata recipes, but this one is by far the best.
Ouissal Hdidouan
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success.
Kitty Maluwa
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it.
Omar Sefa
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken piccata, but this recipe changed my mind.
erin a
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing.
Usama Jabbar
[email protected]I love this recipe! The chicken is so tender and the sauce is so flavorful.
Aj Nonya
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out great.
nkululeko masilela
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.
Mohammad Hasan
[email protected]This chicken piccata recipe is amazing! The chicken is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is to die for. I will definitely be making this again.