Description
Crockpot Chicken Piccata is a delightful dish that combines succulent chicken breasts with a zesty lemon and caper sauce, creating a perfect balance of savory and tangy flavors. This effortless recipe requires minimal prep time, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. Simply let your slow cooker work its magic while you enjoy the tantalizing aroma wafting through your kitchen. Customize it with your favorite herbs or serve over pasta or rice for a complete meal that will impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup capers, drained
- Juice and zest of 2 fresh lemons
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley
- Cooked pasta or rice (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: mince garlic and zest lemons.
- Layer chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot. Add garlic and capers evenly on top.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice; drizzle with olive oil.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Stir in chopped parsley before serving to add freshness.
- Serve over pasta or rice, garnished with lemon slices if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg