Chicken Picatta Recipe
Morsels of chicken, capers, lemon, butter, white wine.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides. Dredge them in flour, shaking off any excess.
- 2
Heat the Pan
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Cooking
- 3
Cook the Chicken
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
Make the Sauce
In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt. Then, add the capers, lemon juice, and white wine. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
- 5
Combine
Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 6
Garnish
Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
