Description
Chicken with Lemon-Caper Sauce Recipe is a refreshing and flavorful meal. This dish features tender chicken breasts cooked to perfection and topped with a tangy lemon-caper sauce. Ideal for both quick weeknight dinners and special occasions, this recipe combines bright citrus flavors with savory capers to create a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tbsp capers, drained
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in butter until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Return chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine to the sauce.
- Serve with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg