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Lighter Chicken Piccata

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In this Lighter Chicken Piccata recipe, seasoned thin-cut chicken breasts are seared before simmering in a lemony, white wine and caper sauce. Serve with roasted asparagus for a delicious light meal.
Course Mains & Entrees
Cuisine Italian
Keyword chicken, dinner, easy dinner, healthy recipe, one skillet
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 185
Author Laurie McNamara

Ingredients

FOR THE CHICKEN PICCATA

  • 2 chicken breasts 1½ pounds total, sliced in half horizontally
  • lemon pepper seasoning
  • smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 medium shallot finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic sliced
  • 2 tablespoons white wine
  • 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 large lemon zest and juice
  • 1 tablespoon whipped butter or regular
  • 1 tablespoon capers
  • lemon slices for garnish
  • minced parsley for garnish

Instructions

FOR THE CHICKEN PICCATA:

  • Heat a stainless skillet with olive oil, swirl to coat. Meanwhile, season both sides of the chicken breast halves with lemon pepper and paprika.
  • Once the pan is hot, sear the chicken for 4 to 6 minutes a side. Transfer to a clean platter and cover with foil, repeat with remaining chicken breasts.
  • Reduce the heat under the skillet to medium-low. Add in the shallot and garlic, stir and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until soft.
  • Add in the white wine, scrapping the brown bits off of the bottom of the skillet.
  • Next add in the broth, lemon zest and juice.
  • Add the chicken breasts back in along with the butter and capers. Bring to alow bubble and cook for 4 to 6 more minutes.
  • Serve with lemon slices and minced fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 202mg | Potassium: 496mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 97IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg