Description
Quick Chicken Dinner Ideas Ready in 30 Minutes Chicken Piccata is one of those dishes that feels like a small celebration on a weeknight. I love how the pan fills with the bright scent of lemon and garlic, how the butter melts into the sauce like silk, and how each bite delivers that perfect balance of tangy, savory, and rich. This isn’t just dinner it’s a little escape to an Italian kitchen, where simple ingredients transform into something deeply comforting. And the best part? It all comes together in about 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy evenings when you still crave something special.
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup arrowroot flour (or all-purpose flour)
- 1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create thinner cutlets
- In a shallow bowl, mix flour, parmesan, salt, and pepper
- Dredge each chicken piece until fully coated
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat
- Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through
- Remove chicken and set aside
- Add wine and garlic to the same pan and simmer for 3–4 minutes until reduced by half
- Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, capers, and butter
- Bring to a gentle simmer
- Return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over the top
- Simmer for 1–2 minutes
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately
Notes
Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Swap arrowroot flour with almond flour for keto. Replace wine with extra broth if needed. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of broth to keep the sauce smooth.
Nutrition
- Calories: 300KCAL
- Sugar: 1g
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.4g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 64mg