Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prepare the Chicken
- Slice the 2 chicken breasts in half horizontally to create 4 thinner cutlets. Place each cutlet between two sheets of plastic wrap and use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound them to an even 1/4-inch thickness. This ensures they cook quickly and evenly.
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the all-purpose flour, grated Parmesan cheese, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge each chicken cutlet in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Set the coated chicken on a clean plate.
Cook the Chicken
- In a large 12-inch skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Once the butter is melted and foamy, carefully place two chicken cutlets in the pan. Be sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Sauté for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and keep warm. Repeat with the remaining two cutlets.
Make the Pan Sauce
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly.
- Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon. Let the wine simmer and reduce by about half, which should take 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, and capers. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 3-4 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to reduce slightly.
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Whisk in the remaining 4 tablespoons of cold, cubed butter, one piece at a time, until the sauce is creamy and emulsified. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
- Return the chicken cutlets to the skillet, turning them to coat in the sauce. Serve immediately, spooning extra sauce and capers over the chicken.
Notes
Serving Suggestions: This chicken piccata is wonderful served over angel hair pasta, mashed potatoes, or with a side of roasted asparagus or sautéed spinach.
Do Not Overcrowd: Cooking the chicken in batches is crucial for getting a beautiful golden-brown crust. Overcrowding the pan will steam the chicken instead of searing it.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Do Not Overcrowd: Cooking the chicken in batches is crucial for getting a beautiful golden-brown crust. Overcrowding the pan will steam the chicken instead of searing it.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
