Lemon Chicken Piccata

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This luscious, lemony sauce is an all-around winner in our book. It has a bright, briny flavor, is made from ingredients you likely have on hand, and goes with everything from chicken to tofu to scallops. Bonus: It's lower in calories than a lot of other pan sauces.

Adam Dolge

Updated on April 18, 2024

Tested by

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Reviewed by Dietitian

Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD

Lemon Chicken Piccata — Photo: Eva Kolenko

Active Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Low-Carb Nut-Free Soy-Free Egg-Free Low-Calorie

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Ingredients

1 ¼ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium shallot, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
½ cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon capers, rinsed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Remove tenders from chicken and reserve for another use. Place the chicken breasts between 2 pieces of plastic wrap and gently pound with a meat mallet, rolling pin or small skillet to an even thickness of about ½ inch. Pat the chicken dry and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, flipping once, until well browned on both sides, 6 to 8 minutes. Continue to cook, flipping often, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 165°F, about 3 minutes more. Transfer to a clean cutting board and tent with foil to keep warm.
Reduce heat to medium and add shallot to the pan. Cook, stirring often, until softened, 1 to 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Sprinkle with flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in broth and wine, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer until reduced by half, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice, butter, capers and parsley. Serve the chicken with the sauce.

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, March 2021

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

264	Calories
13g	Fat
7g	Carbs
24g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 3 oz. chicken & 3 Tbsp. sauce
Calories 264
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 7g	3%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 24g	48%
Total Fat 13g	17%
Saturated Fat 4g	20%
Cholesterol 70mg	23%
Sodium 382mg	17%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Lemon Chicken Piccata

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