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The 5-Minute Chicken Piccata

This lightning-fast chicken piccata recipe delivers a delicious and elegant meal in just five minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • skillet
  • tongs

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 pieces chicken breast cutlets
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp capers, drained
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Season chicken cutlets with salt and pepper, then dredge them lightly in flour.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, and cook chicken for 2 minutes per side until golden.
  • Remove chicken, then add garlic, chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers to the skillet, stirring to scrape up any browned bits.
  • Return chicken to the skillet, warm through, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve this speedy chicken piccata with a side of pasta, rice, or a crisp green salad for a complete meal. For an extra touch of flavor, add a splash of white wine to the sauce with the chicken broth.