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Easy Chicken Piccata

April 28, 2016 by Nicole Crocker 54 Comments

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Impress your family with this Easy Chicken Piccata!  Not only is it easy to make it’s healthy and delicious!

Easy Chicken Piccata

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Making a dinner this delicious must be a lot of work right?  Nope! This chicken piccata recipe couldn’t be easier and you may even have all the ingredients in your pantry already!

My favorite CHICKEN RECIPES with a hint of lemon! 

I love chicken recipes with a little lemon added in them like my Chicken Scallopini with Lemon and Lemon & Rosemary Roasted Chicken Thighs.  When the warmer temperatures roll in I always find myself craving lemon.  That bright fresh flavor just seems to go hand and hand with warm sunshine!chicken piccata in a skillet with recipe title below

Chicken Piccata is one of my favorite dishes to order when I’m out too.  In fact the Cheesecake Factory makes one killer Creamy Chicken Piccata and it’s what I always order when I go there.

It’s a bit higher on the calorie count than this lighter recipe though.  The recipe that I’m sharing today is lower calorie and quite healthy so you can feel good about making it for your family.

It’s an impressive looking dish too so whoever you make it for is gonna think you’re a rockstar in the kitchen!  One bite and they’ll know you’re a rockstar!

Easy Chicken Piccata

Make extra Piccata Sauce! 

The chicken piccata sauce is so tasty on it’s own you may even want to double the recipe so you have extra to pour over your pasta! I know we’re always fighting over that tasty sauce in our home.  You can never have enough!

Easy Chicken Piccata
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Easy Chicken Piccata

Impress your family with this Easy Chicken Piccata! Not only is it easy to make it's healthy and delicious!
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 380kcal
Author Nicole Crocker

Equipment

Skillet
Meat tenderizer
Sharp knife

Ingredients

  • 2 Pounds Boneless skinless chicken breast ,cut into 4 thin filets
  • 1/2 Cup All-purpose flour ,divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 Tablespoons Olive oil ,divided
  • 3 Shallots ,finely chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic ,minced
  • 1/2 Cup Dry white wine
  • 3/4 Cup Low sodium chicken broth ,divided
  • Juice from one lemon
  • 1/4 Cup Capers ,drained
  • 3 Tablespoons Coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley ,for garnishing

Instructions

  • Place each chicken breast half between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; pound to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or small heavy skillet. Place 1 teaspoon flour in a small bowl and set aside. Place remaining flour in a shallow dish. Sprinkle both sides of chicken evenly with salt and pepper. Dredge chicken in flour in shallow dish; shake off excess.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium high heat and swirl to coat. Add chicken to pan and sauté 4 minutes on each side or until done. Remove chicken from pan; keep warm.
  • Heat remaining 2 tablespoon oil in pan and swirl to coat. Add shallots to pan and sauté for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add wine and bring to a boil, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Cook until liquid almost evaporates, stirring occasionally. Add 1/4 cup of broth to reserved 1 teaspoon flour and stir until smooth. Add remaining 1/2 cup broth to the pan and bring to a boil. Cook until reduced by half (about 5 minutes). Stir in flour mixture and cook 1 minute or until slightly thickened, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and capers. Return chicken to the skillet and use a spoon to pour sauce over each piece. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Notes

Click here for the link to the skillet I use to make this recipe.
 
 

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 1000mg | Potassium: 1006mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 365IU | Vitamin C: 9.7mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 2.4mg

Easy Chicken Piccata

An Easy Chicken Recipe that’s fancy enough to serve at a weekend dinner party!

Easy Chicken Piccata….Easy enough for a weeknight meal….Fancy enough to serve at a weekend dinner party! The best part is you’ll have time to spend with your family or guests instead of working the kitchen! 

Here are more Easy Weeknight Meals for you to try! 

Healthy Turkey Meatloaf {with Spinach & Herbs}  Spicy Garlic & Brown Sugar Chicken Thighs  Chicken Caprese  Chicken Quesadillas

Filed Under: Dairy Free, Healthy bites, Main Dishes, Poultry Tagged With: dinner party meal, Family favorite recipe

Comments

  1. Diane Lavoie says

    April 28, 2016 at 6:33 pm

    my mouth is salivating just looking at the photo!

    Reply
  2. Diane Lavoie says

    April 28, 2016 at 6:34 pm

    My mouth is salivating just looking at the photo !

    Reply
  3. JUDITH HOLLINGSWORTH says

    July 30, 2016 at 12:03 am

    It list shallots in the directions but not in the recipe. I’m not sure what amount I should use. Any suggestions?

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      July 30, 2016 at 3:42 am

      Hi Judith. It’s the 6th item down in the ingredients. 3 Shallots, finely chopped. Shallots are my favorite in the this recipe but I’ve also used onions in a pinch if I don’t have any shallots. Anywhere from 1/4 C to 1/2 C should be a good amount. Enjoy!

      Reply
  4. Moniloves says

    January 19, 2017 at 9:39 pm

    This came out beautifully.. My family throughly enjoyed it. The chicken was very tasty ????

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      January 20, 2017 at 1:54 am

      I’m so glad everyone enjoyed it! It’s one of our favorites too.

      Reply
  5. Natalya says

    February 13, 2017 at 11:27 pm

    Awful !!!!! and I followed all of the instructions

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      February 14, 2017 at 1:03 am

      So sorry you didn’t like it Natalya.

      Reply
    • Ellen says

      February 20, 2022 at 5:23 am

      Great recipe! I added a bit more capers!

      Reply
  6. Heather @ Sugar Dish Me says

    February 28, 2017 at 11:20 pm

    I LOOOVE Chicken Piccata! This looks dreamy.

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      March 1, 2017 at 2:45 am

      Thanks Heather! One of my favorites too!

      Reply
  7. Ilene says

    July 9, 2017 at 3:58 pm

    5 stars
    I followed your recipe exactly as written and it was delicious. I’ve made chicken piccata before, but this was the best and the only recipe I’ll ever need. Thank you.

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      July 10, 2017 at 1:14 am

      So glad you liked it Ilene! It’s one of my favorite meals!

      Reply
  8. Ann says

    July 23, 2017 at 5:44 pm

    5 stars
    This was super easy and super delicious! I will definitely be making this again!!!!

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      July 25, 2017 at 12:51 am

      So glad you liked it Ann!

      Reply
  9. Laura says

    September 2, 2017 at 8:21 pm

    Can it be made a day ahead, refrigerated, and reheated in microwave or oven?

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      October 6, 2017 at 12:07 pm

      Hi Laura, We always reheat leftovers in the microwave the next day and it’s still delicious so I don’t see why not. I’ve never reheated in the oven. My only concern with doing so is that it may dry it out a bit. Let me know how it works if you do try it. Thank you.

      Reply
  10. Rachel Eaton says

    October 1, 2017 at 2:18 am

    Loved the shallots but the flour was way too much .. advice is to reduce the flour to 1/4 cup divided.

    Reply
  11. amusingmaria says

    January 5, 2018 at 9:47 pm

    I’m making this for a potluck tomorrow! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  12. Patti says

    January 11, 2018 at 4:36 am

    5 stars
    This was a very easy and flavorful recipe; I served it with roasted asparagus and pasta with some of the pan sauce. I will make this again, and I’m going to try it with veal cutlets, as my husband and I like veal.

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      January 11, 2018 at 12:33 pm

      Thanks Patti, So glad you liked it.

      Reply
  13. Tammy says

    January 18, 2018 at 11:32 pm

    5 stars
    This is an easy recipe to follow, made it for the first time and it was delish. It’s definitely a keeper , thanks so much for sharing.

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      January 18, 2018 at 11:51 pm

      Thanks Tammy! So glad you liked it.

      Reply
  14. Ashley says

    January 30, 2018 at 11:52 pm

    Not sure if i did something wrong, but mine kinda tasted like mustard….

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      February 2, 2018 at 1:34 pm

      I’m not sure Ashley. I’ve never gotten that flavor before. Perhaps one of the ingredients you added was expired?

      Reply
  15. Kristin Reed says

    April 5, 2018 at 12:13 am

    5 stars
    I’ve made your recipe a couple of times. My husband and 2 boys really enjoy it. It is tough to please the entire crew but this recipe does! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      April 7, 2018 at 1:00 pm

      I know the feeling Kristin! So glad you found a new whole family favorite!

      Reply
  16. Rob says

    August 15, 2018 at 1:56 am

    5 stars
    I just made this it turned out great.

    Reply
  17. Debbie says

    January 4, 2019 at 10:50 pm

    Wow!i made this for my family tonight and it was delicious! I’ll definitely make it again.

    Reply
  18. Myriam says

    January 10, 2019 at 12:20 am

    5 stars
    I’m a vegetarian and switched the chicken for tofu. I followed the recipe and it was delicious and very easy to follow.

    This will be my go to recipe, thank you Nicole for sharing your recipe.

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      January 10, 2019 at 4:22 pm

      That’s Awesome Myriam! I never thought to make it with tofu. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
  19. Annalisa says

    January 19, 2019 at 11:03 pm

    5 stars
    This was really good and quite simple. I excluded the white wine and added a bit more broth at the end and it was still great.

    Reply
  20. Cathie says

    February 3, 2019 at 5:25 am

    5 stars
    This recipe turned out restaurant quality, husband commented we should serve for our next dinner party.

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      February 5, 2019 at 7:47 pm

      I’m so happy to hear that Cathie! It’s always a great dish for dinner parties. I like to be able to spend time with my guests not slaving over the stove. This recipe is a great way to accomplish that.

      Reply
  21. Laura says

    May 31, 2019 at 12:05 am

    5 stars
    Absolutely perfect! Next time I make it, I may double the sauce. That’s my favorite park. I also added a couple this of butter at the end. All cooks know the secret to life is butter. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  22. Alannah de Munck says

    June 10, 2019 at 12:30 pm

    5 stars
    This was delicious, quick to make and nice and zingy. I served this with a tomato salad with fresh herbs and it went together beautifully.

    Reply
  23. Casey says

    August 8, 2019 at 1:51 am

    This was super fast and easy, and very delicious. My husband and I are eating it right now, and I’ve already sent the recipe to a friend to try. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      August 8, 2019 at 1:13 pm

      Thanks Casey! So glad it was a success…and thanks for sharing!

      Reply
  24. Pam says

    October 31, 2019 at 12:08 am

    Looks yummy but you mentioned Cheesecake Factory and I also always order this dish. When I go with friends we all order it. Any ideas on fixing it that way? I would love to make it at home for my group of friends? We’d all love you!!! Thanks,
    Pam

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      October 31, 2019 at 12:29 pm

      Lol…I love theirs as well. I don’t have their secret recipe however if you add a touch of heavy cream…a little at a time at the end of cooking the sauce you can usually get pretty close to theirs.

      Reply
      • Jayne Moss says

        January 22, 2020 at 5:14 am

        5 stars
        Love Love Love the recipe! I tripled the pan sauce and tossed it with Angel hair pasta. So yummy!

        Reply
  25. Robyn says

    February 4, 2020 at 1:24 am

    5 stars
    I threw this together for the first time tonight and it was very easy! My husband commented how great the flavors were! Definitely going into the dinner rotation, thank you!

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      February 5, 2020 at 12:58 pm

      Glad it was a hit with your family!

      Reply
  26. Amy says

    March 24, 2020 at 8:34 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve made this numerous times, always delicious! thank you for a GREAT recipe.

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      March 24, 2020 at 8:49 pm

      Thanks you Amy! So glad it has been a go to recipe for you! We love it too!

      Reply
  27. Amy says

    May 5, 2020 at 12:37 am

    This hands down is the best recipe for piccata! Perfect every time! I make as written (with maybe a hint more garlic) but really awesome recipe!

    Reply
  28. Mary Jan Hansen says

    June 10, 2020 at 1:19 pm

    This, works beautifully with Salmon; too! FYI 😊 And; then, each fillet being wrapped in foil—shiny-side-in—and chilled in a cooler—on, ice—to, eat—cold—later —with a fork—on the boat! 😁 Awe!
    Thanks, for the recipe! What, a, treat!
    (The skin of the Salmon fillet sticks to the shiny-side-in-foil—no need to de-skin!)

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      June 19, 2020 at 1:23 pm

      Thanks for the tip Mary Jan!

      Reply
  29. Amy says

    July 7, 2020 at 12:36 am

    5 stars
    I’ve made this recipe multiple times. It really is easy and soooooo good. I have to make it gluten free, so I coat the chicken in corn starch instead of flour… delicious! I just add all chicken broth together, no need to thicken… Great Recipe!

    Reply
  30. Jan Freiberger says

    September 10, 2020 at 1:22 pm

    5 stars
    This is delicious! Chicken piccata is my favorite recipe right now. A few steps to it but easy. Love the flavors. Served it with mashed potatoes and sliced fresh tomatoes. Yummm.

    Reply
  31. Lisa says

    January 13, 2021 at 9:09 pm

    5 stars
    Absolutely delicious and so easy. I even had to substitute the rose I had on hand for the white wine. Still great! This will be in my rotation now:>)

    Reply
    • Nicole Crocker says

      February 8, 2021 at 1:39 pm

      Glad you enjoyed it Lisa. Thanks for the tip on your substitution!

      Reply
  32. JoAnn Van Hoozen says

    January 25, 2021 at 11:25 pm

    5 stars
    This is easy and delish! I used 1/4cup of finely chopped onion instead of shallot. Also, I was out of chicken broth, so I used a heaping tablespoon of cream of chicken soup. Just cook sauce over low-medium heat. So you
    have time to prepare a salad or pasta or another side with it. Yummmm…

    Reply
  33. Angel Sleeper says

    November 4, 2021 at 2:18 am

    5 stars
    This is a recipe I have returned to multiple times, including tonight. My husband and I love it. A suggestion for flouring the chicken is t.o use a sifter to dust the flour onto the chicken. I find it’s a lot easier and less messy

    Reply

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