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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Piccata

Prep 10 minutes | Cook 20 minutes | Intermediate | Serves 2 | Italian

This Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Piccata is a cozy Italian escape to your weeknight dinner table. Juicy chicken breasts are bathed in a tangy lemon garlic sauce, kissed with butter, and ready in a flash. Let the aroma fill your kitchen with warmth, as you savor each bite.

What you have

• 2 chicken breasts
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 lemon
• 2 tablespoons butter

Method

1. Step 1: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness and season with salt and black pepper.
2. Step 2: Dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off excess.
3. Step 3: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
4. Step 4: Cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
5. Step 5: Add the remaining butter to the same skillet. Sauté the garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
6. Step 6: Pour in chicken broth, add capers, and the juice of the lemon. Bring to a boil, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom.
7. Step 7: Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce reduces slightly.
8. Step 8: Serve hot, garnished with lemon slices and fresh parsley if desired.

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