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Chicken Piccata

This classic chicken piccata brings a bright, Mediterranean flair to your kitchen, featuring tender chicken breasts in a vibrant lemon and caper sauce. By lightly coating the chicken in flour and pan-frying it until golden, you achieve a delicate texture that perfectly captures the sharp, salty flavours of the sauce. It is a sophisticated yet simple dish that relies on fresh ingredients and honest flavours to create a restaurant-quality meal at home.

As a diabetes-friendly option, this recipe focuses on lean protein and heart-healthy olive oil, making it a nutritious choice for a midweek dinner. The hit of acidity from the fresh lemon juice and dry white wine ensures the dish feels indulgent without the need for heavy creams. Serve it alongside a generous portion of steamed green beans or a crisp garden salad for a balanced, low-carbohydrate evening meal.

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Ingredients for Chicken Piccata

  • 4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves

  • 45ml butter, room temperature

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons plain flour

  • Additional plain flour

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 80ml dry white wine

  • 60ml fresh lemon juice

  • 60ml canned low-salt chicken broth

  • 1/4 cup drained capers

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

How to make Chicken Piccata

Place chicken between 2 large sheets of plastic wrap. Using meat pounder or rolling pin, lightly pound chicken to 1/4-inch thickness. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Mix 1 tablespoon butter and 1 1/2 tablespoons flour in small bowl until smooth. Place additional flour in shallow baking dish. Dip chicken into flour to coat; shake off excess.

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in each of 2 heavy large skillets. Add 2 chicken breasts to each skillet and cook until golden and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to platter; tent with foil to keep warm.

Bring wine, lemon juice and broth to boil in 1 skillet over medium-high heat. Whisk in butter-flour mixture and boil until sauce thickens slightly, about 2 minutes. Stir in capers, parsley and remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper. Pour sauce over chicken and serve.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 17 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine

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