Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPrima ItaliaChicken Piccata Recipe

Chicken Piccata Recipe

Inspired by Prima Italia
Time30m
Serves2

Lemon, caper, butter, white wine sauce

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Start by placing the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound the chicken to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Dredge the Chicken

    On a plate, spread out the all-purpose flour. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess flour, and set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook the Chicken

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Once the butter has melted and is bubbling, add the chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and keep warm.

  2. 4

    Make the Sauce

    In the same skillet, add the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer and let it reduce for about 2-3 minutes. Add the lemon juice and capers, stirring to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer for an additional 2 minutes.

  3. 5

    Finish the Sauce

    Reduce heat to low and whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until melted and the sauce is smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

Serving

  1. 6

    Plate the Dish

    Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top. Cook for an additional minute to warm the chicken through.

  2. 7

    Garnish and Serve

    Transfer the chicken to plates, drizzle with the remaining sauce, and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve immediately with your choice of side.

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