Chicken Piccata Recipe
Description:
This Chicken Piccata recipe, inspired by Cook’s Illustrated with a touch of personal adjustment, boasts an exquisite lemon flavor that elevates the dish to new heights. With a cooking time of just 40 minutes, this recipe offers a quick and flavorful solution for a delightful meal.
Recipe Details:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Rating: 5 stars
- Review Count: 54
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Lemons | 2 |
| Salt | 1 1/2 tsp |
| Fresh ground pepper | To taste |
| All-purpose flour | As needed |
| Olive oil | 1/2 cup |
| Shallot | 1 |
| Small capers | 4 tbsp |
| Unsalted butter | 1/4 cup |
| Fresh parsley leaves | 2 tbsp |
| Chicken breast cutlets | 4 |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 485.7
- Fat Content: 27.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 133.7mg
- Sodium Content: 415mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 19.1g
- Fiber Content: 1.8g
- Sugar Content: 2.1g
- Protein Content: 40.1g
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Begin by halving one lemon lengthwise and slicing one half crosswise into thin slices, approximately 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick. Juice the remaining 1 1/2 lemons to obtain 1/4 cup of lemon juice. Season each chicken breast cutlet generously with salt and pepper, then coat each with flour evenly.
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Sear Chicken Cutlets: Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the skillet. Sauté half of the chicken cutlets in the hot oil until they develop a medium-brown crust, approximately 2 minutes per side. Once cooked, transfer the cutlets to a warm plate. Repeat this process with the remaining chicken cutlets, adding more oil if necessary.
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Prepare Sauce: In the same skillet over medium heat, add the finely chopped shallot and sauté until fragrant, which should take about 30 seconds. Pour in the chicken stock and add the lemon slices. Increase the heat to high and deglaze the pan, allowing the liquid to simmer until it reduces to about 1/3 cup.
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Add Flavor: Stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and the capers, allowing the sauce to simmer until it reduces again to approximately 1/3 cup. Once the desired consistency is achieved, remove the skillet from the heat and swirl in the unsalted butter until it melts and thickens the sauce. Finally, add the chopped fresh parsley leaves and swirl them into the sauce.
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Serve: Spoon the flavorful sauce generously over the cooked chicken cutlets, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Serve the Chicken Piccata immediately, accompanied by your favorite sides, and enjoy the burst of vibrant flavors with each bite.
This Chicken Piccata recipe offers a perfect balance of tangy lemon, savory chicken, and aromatic herbs, making it a delightful dish for any occasion. With its simple yet sophisticated preparation, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. 🍋
