For an extra touch of freshness, garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Serve this delightful Chicken Piccata with a side of steamed asparagus, mashed potatoes, or angel hair pasta for a complete and satisfying meal. Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your liking. If you prefer a tangier sauce, add a bit more lemon juice. Make sure your skillet is hot before searing the chicken. This will give it a nice golden color and crispy texture.
Light Chicken Piccata
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME45 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS121
Experience the bright, zesty flavors of Italy with this lighter take on a classic Chicken Piccata. Tender chicken breasts are pan-seared to golden perfection and bathed in a luscious lemon-caper sauce. A delightful dish that's both satisfying and healthy!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate28 g
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Cholesterol72 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein32 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium261 mg
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Sugar10 g
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Fat7 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepMarinate the Chicken: Coat the chicken breasts evenly with yogurt. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight. (2+ hours)
02
StepPrepare the Chicken: Rinse the marinated chicken breasts under cold water and pat them completely dry with paper towels. (5 minutes)
03
StepSeason the Flour: In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well. (2 minutes)
04
StepSear the Chicken: Heat olive oil and margarine with 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice in a large skillet over medium heat. Dredge each chicken breast in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated. Place the chicken in the hot skillet and cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. This should take about 15 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside, keeping it warm. (20 minutes)
05
StepMake the Sauce: Pour the white vermouth into the skillet to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Add the minced garlic, remaining 1/4 cup lemon juice, water, and capers. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook until it has reduced by half, about 5-7 minutes. (10 minutes)
06
StepFinish the Dish: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet with the lemon-caper sauce. Simmer for an additional 3 minutes, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavors of the sauce. (5 minutes)
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Joey Muller
Mar 31, 2025The sauce is so flavorful and the capers add a great tangy kick.
Dino Powlowski
Feb 11, 2025I have made this several times now and it’s always a hit. Highly recommend!
Loy Littel
Feb 1, 2025I was skeptical about the yogurt, but it turned out amazing! My family loved it.
Aaron Waelchi
Sep 30, 2024I added a bit more garlic and it was perfect for my taste. Thanks for the recipe!
Hubert Schowalter
May 12, 2024Easy to follow and the result is delicious and healthy. A definite keeper!
Benny Reinger
Feb 28, 2024This recipe is fantastic! The yogurt marinade makes the chicken so tender and juicy.