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A plate of classic chicken piccata with capers and lemon slices.

Quick way to grow: The 5-Minute Chicken PiccataChicken Piccata

This chicken piccata recipe is incredibly quick, taking only 5 minutes to prepare. It features tender chicken cutlets in a tangy lemon-caper sauce, making it perfect for a fast and flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 pieces chicken cutlets
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon capers
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Tongs
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Dredge the chicken cutlets in flour, shaking off any excess.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  3. Remove chicken and add chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits.
  4. Simmer the sauce for 1 minute, then return the chicken to the skillet and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve this quick chicken piccata with a side of pasta or steamed vegetables for a complete meal. For extra flavor, you can add a splash of white wine to the sauce.