Description
Zesty Lemon Basil Chicken Piccata is a bright and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with zesty lemon and fragrant basil. This easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, sure to impress your family and friends. The delightful flavors meld into a rich sauce, making each bite a celebration of taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 juicy lemons (zest and juice)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and finely chop the garlic. Zest and juice the lemons.
- Pound chicken breasts between plastic wrap until about half an inch thick.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and capers to the skillet; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, and zest. Simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in butter and fresh basil just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg