Chicken Piccata

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

A lighter twist on the classic Italian dish, using half the butter and lemon juice for a tangy, refreshing meal without sacrificing flavor. This Italian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breast, all-purpose flour, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 400g chicken breast
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 2 tbsp capers
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pound the chicken breasts to an even 1/2-inch thickness. Season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then dredge in 2 tbsp flour until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat. Add 2 tbsp capers and cook for 1 minute until slightly crisp. Pour in 1/4 cup lemon juice and 1/2 cup chicken broth, then bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Step 4: Return the chicken to the skillet, coating in the sauce, and cook for 1 more minute until heated through.