Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing sautéed boneless, skinless chicken breasts piccata. This classic dish is elevated to new heights with its tender, juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a luscious lemon-butter sauce. With a burst of brightness from fresh lemon juice and capers, this dish delivers a delightful balance of tangy, savory, and aromatic notes. Accompanied by a medley of sautéed vegetables, this recipe guarantees a satisfying and wholesome meal.
Alongside the classic piccata recipe, we also present a delectable variation featuring plump shrimp, succulent scallops, and a creamy white wine sauce. Seafood enthusiasts will delight in this elegant dish that combines the flavors of the sea with the zesty tang of lemon and capers. For a vegetarian twist, our tofu piccata offers a meatless alternative that is equally flavorful and satisfying. Crispy tofu is coated in a savory piccata sauce, making it a delightful option for vegetarians and vegans.
Whether you prefer the classic chicken piccata, the seafood variation, or the tofu alternative, this article has a recipe to suit every palate. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to recreate these restaurant-quality dishes in the comfort of your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey that promises to tantalize and delight.
SAUTEED BONELESS,SKINLESS CHICKEN BREASTS PICCATA
This is a recipe that we like. I love chicken with capers! I love anything with capers. LOL! Found this in an older Joy of Cooking All About Chicken Cookbook. Hope you enjoy. Using the boneless, skinless chicken breasts saves calories too. Always a plus!
Provided by Patty Ward
Categories Chicken
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Rinse and pat dry your chicken breast halves. Sprinkle both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Spread on plate: 1/4 cup all purpose flour. Coat chicken on both sides with the flour. Gently shake off the excess. Turn oven to low - 200 d/F for use later.
- 2. Heat in a heavy 10 or 12 inch skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant and nut brown: 1 1/2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and add 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive or canola oil and swirl them together. Arrange the chicken pieces tenderloin side down in the skillet and saute for exactly 4 minutes keeping the fat as hot as possible w/o letting it burn. Using tongs, turn the chicken and cook until flesh feels firm to the touch and milky juices appear, 3 - 5 minutes more. Remove from skillet and keep warm in low oven while you prepare the sauce.
- 3. Remove all but about 1 tablespoon of fat from the skillet, heat over medium heat, and add: your minced shallots or scallions (2-3 TBLs). Cook stirring, until wilted; about 1 minute. Increase the heat to high and add: 1 C chicken stock. Bring to a boil, scraping the bottom of skillet with a wooden spoon to dissolve the browned bits. Add: the strained lemon juice and capers. Boil until the mixture is reduced to 1/3 cup, 3-4 minutes. Remove from the heat. Swirl in the 2-3 tbls unsalted butter, softened. Remove chicken from oven. Pour the sauce over the chicken and serve immediately.
- 4. I serve this with a large salad and crusty bread. You could also make some rice to go with. Enjoy!
PERFECT CHICKEN PICCATA
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
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
CHICKEN BREASTS WITH LEMON
In this recipe, which Pierre Franey brought to The Times in 1992 in one of his 60-Minute Gourmet columns, two teaspoons of lemon zest are added to a simple sauce of lemon juice, thyme, garlic and shallots. It is, at once, lively and elegant. To round it out, it needs a sturdy accompaniment. Mr. Franey suggested mashed potatoes with garlic and basil, with just a little olive oil swirled in.
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories dinner, easy, quick, weekday, times classics, main course
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Season flour with salt and pepper, and dredge the chicken all over. Remove the excess flour.
- Heat the oil in a heavy skillet large enough to hold the chicken pieces in one layer. Add chicken and cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 5 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Flip the chicken and cook for 5 minutes more, or until cooked through. Carefully remove the oil from the skillet, leaving the chicken. Discard the oil.
- Add the thyme, shallots and garlic, and cook for about a minute. Do not burn the garlic. Add the lemon rind, the lemon juice and the broth.
- Scrape the skillet to dissolve the brown particles that cling to the bottom. Add the butter, and cook for 3 minutes longer. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 396, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 41 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 584 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
MUSHROOM CHICKEN PICCATA
Classic Piccata reaches a new peak with the marvelous addition of mushrooms! This is a favorite in our family. Serve with rice and a green salad if desired.
Provided by Karen
Categories Main Dish Recipes Chicken Chicken Piccata Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a shallow dish or bowl, mix together flour, salt and paprika. In a separate dish or bowl, mix together egg and milk. Dip chicken pieces in egg mixture, then in seasoned flour.
- In a large skillet, heat butter or margarine over medium-high heat. Saute chicken pieces until golden brown. Add mushrooms and onion and saute for 3 to 5 minutes.
- In a medium bowl combine the broth, wine, lemon juice and cornstarch. Mix together and pour mixture over chicken and mushrooms. Reduce heat to medium low and let chicken mixture simmer for 25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 121 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 31.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 696.6 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
Tips:
- To ensure that the chicken breasts cook evenly, use a meat mallet to pound them until they are of uniform thickness.
- For a crispy crust, make sure the chicken is dry before dredging it in flour.
- Use a large skillet so that the chicken has plenty of room to brown.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet, or the chicken will steam instead of brown.
- Cook the chicken over medium-high heat until it is golden brown and cooked through.
- Add the lemon juice and capers to the skillet towards the end of cooking to prevent them from burning.
- Serve the chicken piccata immediately over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Conclusion:
Chicken piccata is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its crispy crust, tender chicken, and tangy lemon-caper sauce, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next dinner party or family gathering. So next time you're looking for a quick and delicious weeknight meal, give chicken piccata a try.
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