Best 8 Chicken Piccata Skewers Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Chicken Piccata Skewers, a tantalizing fusion of classic Italian flavors and the convenience of skewer-style presentation. These skewers feature tender chicken morsels, delicately coated in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture and pan-fried to golden perfection. The tangy lemon-butter sauce, infused with capers and herbs, elevates the dish, adding a burst of brightness and acidity that perfectly complements the savory chicken. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or seeking an elegant appetizer, these skewers are sure to impress your guests. Additionally, discover variations of this recipe, including a succulent grilled version, a creamy baked rendition, and a delightful air fryer alternative, each offering a unique take on this classic dish.

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CHICKEN PICCATA



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For dinner this week, make Giada De Laurentiis' famous Chicken Piccata recipe, a comforting Italian classic made with lemon, butter and capers.

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 skinless and boneless chicken breasts, butterflied and then cut in half
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
All-purpose flour, for dredging
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/4 cup brined capers, rinsed
1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge chicken in flour and shake off excess.
  • In a large skillet over medium high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 3 tablespoons olive oil. When butter and oil start to sizzle, add 2 pieces of chicken and cook for 3 minutes. When chicken is browned, flip and cook other side for 3 minutes. Remove and transfer to plate. Melt 2 more tablespoons butter and add another 2 tablespoons olive oil. When butter and oil start to sizzle, add the other 2 pieces of chicken and brown both sides in same manner. Remove pan from heat and add chicken to the plate.
  • Into the pan add the lemon juice, stock and capers. Return to stove and bring to boil, scraping up brown bits from the pan for extra flavor. Check for seasoning. Return all the chicken to the pan and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove chicken to platter. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to sauce and whisk vigorously. Pour sauce over chicken and garnish with parsley.

LEMON CHICKEN PICCATA RECIPE



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This flavor-packed lemon chicken piccata comes together in 20 minutes! Chicken cutlets are seared in a bit of extra virgin olive oil, then simmered in a bright lemony sauce with capers. I use a little dry white wine in the piccata sauce, but if you do not use alcohol, substitute with an equal amount of chicken broth. Toss chicken piccata with pasta, or serve it with lemon rice, boiled potatoes, crispy Brussels sprouts, or a colorful Shirazi salad.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast halves, (butterflied into thinner cutlets, then cut in half cross-wise)
Kosher salt and black pepper
1/2 cup flour for dredging, (use whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, or gluten free flour of your choice)
4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil,
3 tbsp ghee, (or butter, if you prefer)
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup white wine, ((or chicken broth if you don't want to use wine))
3 to 4 tbsp capers, (rinsed and drained)
Fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 200 degrees F (this is to keep the chicken warm as you work in batches).
  • Pat the chicken breast pieces dry and season with kosher salt and black pepper on both sides. Lightly coat the chicken on both sides with the flour (shake off any excess flour).
  • In a large cast iron skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. Cook the chicken on 1 side for about 3 minutes, then turn over to cook for another 3 minutes (do this in batches and do not crowd the pan).To keep the chicken warm, place the cooked chicken pieces in an oven-save dish and keep them in warm oven while you finish.
  • Prepare the lemon sauce. In the same skillet (over medium heat), add a little bit more extra virgin olive oil. Add the ghee (or butter, if you prefer). When the ghee melts, stir in the lemon juice, wine and capers. Bring the sauce to a boil, scrapping off any browned bits from cooking the chicken earlier.
  • Now, return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the sauce. Lower the heat, and let simmer for 4 to 5 minutes, basting the top of the chicken with the sauce.
  • Remove from the heat and garnish with parsley. Serve with plain orzo and your favorite salad (more suggested sides in post).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 kcal, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Carbohydrate 3.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 26.3 g, Cholesterol 101.4 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

THE BEST CHICKEN PICCATA



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We love this recipe because the chicken breasts, which can often be dry and tasteless, come out so moist and tender. What's our secret? Seasoning the chicken with salt and pepper 1 hour before cooking ensures that they stay juicy. First the salt draws some moisture from the meat, but then the meat re-absorbs the salty liquid, leading to perfectly seasoned cutlets. And that bright lemony butter sauce? There is enough to serve with the chicken plus a side of pasta or crusty bread.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 8 ounces each)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 large lemon
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
5 large cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup brined capers, drained
1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet. Cut two 12-inch sheets of plastic wrap.
  • Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise, making 4 roughly equal pieces; they should look like large chicken tenders. Place one sheet of plastic on a clean cutting board. Put a chicken piece in the center of the plastic and top with the other sheet of plastic. Pound the chicken with the flat side of a meat mallet, starting in the center and working your way to the edges, until the chicken is 1/4-inch thick and 6 to 8 inches long. Transfer to the wire rack. Repeat with the remaining chicken, one piece at a time. Liberally sprinkle with salt and pepper. Refrigerate the chicken cutlets uncovered for 1 hour.
  • Remove the zest from half of the lemon in wide strips with a vegetable peeler, leaving the bitter white pith behind. Halve and juice the whole lemon.
  • Put the flour in a shallow bowl or plate. Dredge the chicken in the flour, shaking off any excess. Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until very hot, about 1 minute. Add 1 tablespoon of the butter and melt. Working in 2 batches, cook the cutlets, adding another tablespoon of butter to the skillet between batches, until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side (it's ok if the chicken is not completely cooked through, it will finish cooking in the sauce). Transfer the cutlets to a plate.
  • Reduce the heat to medium. Add the garlic and 1 tablespoon of the butter to the skillet and cook until the garlic is tender and fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the wine and cook until almost completely evaporated, about 4 minutes. Add the capers, lemon zest, 2 tablespoons of the lemon juice, 1/4 cup water and the cutlets with any accumulated juices and bring to a boil. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons butter. Turn the chicken to coat in the sauce and cook until the butter melts and the sauce thickens slightly. Garnish with chopped parsley.

CHICKEN PICCATA



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For dinner tonight, try Ina Garten's classic Chicken Piccata recipe, from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network; don't forget the velvety lemon butter sauce.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 split (1 whole) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 extra-large egg
1/2 tablespoon water
3/4 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs
Good olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature, divided
1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons), lemon halves reserved
1/2 cup dry white wine
Sliced lemon, for serving
Chopped fresh parsley leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  • Place each chicken breast between 2 sheets of parchment paper or plastic wrap and pound out to 1/4-inch thick. Sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Mix the flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper in a shallow plate. In a second plate, beat the egg and 1/2 tablespoon of water together. Place the bread crumbs on a third plate. Dip each chicken breast first in the flour, shake off the excess, and then dip in the egg and bread crumb mixtures.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large saute pan over medium to medium-low heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 2 minutes on each side, until browned. Place them on the sheet pan and allow them to bake for 5 to 10 minutes while you make the sauce.
  • For the sauce, wipe out the saute pan with a dry paper towel. Over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter and then add the lemon juice, wine, the reserved lemon halves, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Boil over high heat until reduced in half, about 2 minutes. Off the heat, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and swirl to combine. Discard the lemon halves and serve 1 chicken breast on each plate. Spoon on the sauce and serve with a slice of lemon and a sprinkling of fresh parsley.

CHICKEN PICCATA



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Chicken piccata is an Italian-American staple beloved for its piquant flavors cradled in a silky, butter-rich pan sauce. It also doesn't hurt that it cooks up very quickly. This version is mostly traditional except that it uses lemon two ways, calling for lemon slices to be caramelized (to soften their tang) and for a hit of fresh juice at the end (to brighten the whole dish). This ensures a sauce that's neither too rich, nor too puckery. Serve with a starch - pasta, polenta, rice or white beans - for sopping up the sauce, and a green vegetable.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, easy, weekday, poultry, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ pounds), halved horizontally (see tip)
Kosher salt and black pepper
All-purpose flour, for dredging
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more as needed
1 shallot, peeled and sliced lengthwise
1 lemon, halved (half thinly sliced and seeds removed; half juiced, about 2 tablespoons)
3/4 cup chicken stock
4 teaspoons drained capers
Coarsely chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge the chicken in flour and shake off any excess.
  • In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons butter and the olive oil over medium-high heat until the butter has melted. Working in batches to avoid crowding the pan, add the chicken and sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Remove the chicken, place on a plate and repeat with the remaining pieces, adding more olive oil if needed.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, add the shallot and lemon slices to the pan and sauté, stirring occasionally, until lightly caramelized and fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the stock and simmer until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the remaining 3 tablespoons butter, capers and lemon juice, to taste. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the chicken with the sauce poured over the top. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 489, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 41 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 655 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 1 gram

DELICIOUS CHICKEN TIKKA SKEWERS



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So simple, so tasty, this is a no fail recipe! Excellent for barbecues served with salad or with my recipe #289258.We love them stuffed into pita bread or in wraps with salad for lunch. Also great cold for picnics! Timing does not include marinating time.

Provided by Noo8820

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons lemon juice or 4 tablespoons lime juice
150 ml plain yogurt
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
melted butter, for brushing

Steps:

  • Cut the chicken into 1" cubes; sprinkle with salt and lemon juice and leave for approx 10 minutes.
  • For the marinade, combine yogurt, garlic, ginger and ground spices in a bowl until mixed well.
  • Thread chicken on to skewers and brush liberally with marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, better overnight.
  • Barbecue or grill, brushing with butter or oil, turning frequently, until cooked through--approx 15 minutes.
  • NB-You can also do this with chicken portions like drumsticks and thighs; adjust cooking time accordingly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.4, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 48.9, Sodium 262.1, Carbohydrate 3.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 1.5, Protein 19.3

PERFECT CHICKEN PICCATA



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Briny capers and a tangy, fresh lemon sauce top tender pieces of breaded chicken in this easy, restaurant-quality recipe for chicken piccata. The sauce is so addicting, you'll want to drink it! Serve with pasta.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories     Chicken Piccata

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 (4 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
⅔ cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 tablespoons butter, divided
¼ cup dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio
3 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
¾ cup chicken stock
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise and lightly pound to 1/2-inch thick. Season evenly on both sides with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece in flour to coat the surface and shake off any excess flour.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil and 1 1/2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until just beginning to smoke. Add 1/2 of the chicken and cook, undisturbed, until browned and easily released from the skillet, 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. Flip and cook for 2 more minutes. Remove from the skillet. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the drippings and repeat the cooking process with remaining chicken. Reserve all chicken on a plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium and melt remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons butter in the skillet. Add wine and capers and stir, scraping to release any browned bits from the skillet; bring to a simmer. Cook for 2 minutes to slightly reduce. Add chicken stock, lemon juice, and lemon zest; stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Return chicken to the skillet and cook, turning occasionally in the sauce, until chicken is no longer pink in the center, the juices run clear, and the sauce has thickened slightly, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and sprinkle with parsley to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 89.9 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 1268.4 mg

QUICK CHICKEN PICCATA



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These quick and easy pan-fried chicken breasts are topped with a simple pan sauce made with capers, butter, white wine, and lemon juice.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
cayenne pepper, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
all-purpose flour for dredging
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon capers, drained
½ cup white wine
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
¼ cup water
3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut in 1/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts between 2 layers of plastic wrap and pound to about 1/2-inch thick.
  • Season both sides of chicken breasts with cayenne, salt, and black pepper; dredge lightly in flour and shake off any excess.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken in the pan, reduce heat to medium, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side; remove to a plate.
  • Cook capers in reserved oil, smashing them lightly to release brine, until warmed though, about 30 seconds.
  • Pour white wine into skillet. Scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Cook until reduced by half, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir lemon juice, water, and butter into the reduced wine mixture; cook and stir continuously to form a thick sauce, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low and stir parsley through the sauce.
  • Return chicken breasts to the pan cook until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve with sauce spooned over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 87.5 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 223.6 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

Tips:

- To ensure the chicken is cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C). - For a crispier coating, double-coat the chicken skewers in the flour, egg, and breadcrumb mixture. - If you don't have wooden skewers, you can use metal skewers or even toothpicks. Just make sure to soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning. - For a more flavorful sauce, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and high-quality white wine. - Garnish the chicken piccata skewers with fresh parsley or basil for a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Chicken piccata skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for a party or potluck, and they can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a crispy coating, tender chicken, and a tangy lemon-butter sauce, these skewers are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and flavorful meal, give chicken piccata skewers a try!

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