Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken Breasts: 8 pieces (about 2 pounds)
- Fresh Lemons: 2 (for juice)
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil: 3 tablespoons
- Butter: 4 tablespoons
- Capers: 2 tablespoons
- Flat Leaf Parsley: 1 bunch
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Black Pepper: ¼ teaspoon (ground)
- All-Purpose Flour: ¼ cup
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
[Level 3] - Moderate. Requires some skill in cooking and pan handling.
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Pound chicken breasts lightly to even out thickness.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Dredge chicken in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Pan fry chicken until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
- Melt butter in the same pan, then add lemon juice from one lemon and capers.
- Stir in cooked chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated with the lemon butter sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with a side of your choice (such as steamed vegetables or pasta).
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Depending on the exact ingredients used, the calorie count will vary. A rough estimate would be around 400-500 calories per serving.
- Protein: About 30-40 grams per serving (depending on chicken weight).
- Fat: 15-20 grams (including saturated fat).
- Carbohydrates: Depending on the side dish, about 20-30 grams.
Dish Characteristics:
- Classic American-style lemon chicken piccata, featuring a light and lemony sauce with a hint of capers.
- The dish is both hearty and refreshing, making it a great choice for any meal.
User Comments:
- "The lemon flavor was spot on! This is definitely a keeper."
- "I loved the combination of lemon and capers. The chicken was tender and juicy."
- "The dish was delicious, but I found the cooking time to be a bit long."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure the chicken is cooked through before adding the lemon butter sauce to avoid any risk of foodborne illness.
- Adjust the seasoning of the dish according to your taste, adding more lemon juice or salt if needed.
- Use fresh lemons for the best flavor possible. If lemons are out of season, consider using bottled lemon juice as a substitute.
