Tender chicken piccata with a tangy lemon-butter sauce, a classic Italian comfort dish.
Lemon Butter Chicken Piccata Classic
Tender chicken piccata with a tangy lemon-butter sauce, a classic Italian comfort dish.
Equipment
- Frying pan
- mixing utensils
- Shallow bowls
Ingredients
- ½ cup all-purpose Flour
- 4 tbsp Butter
- 2 Chicken bouillon cubes
- 4 Chicken breasts
- 1 Egg
- Shake of Garlic powder and paprika
- 6 tbsp Lemon juice
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, mix the egg with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
- In another shallow bowl, mix the flour with garlic powder and paprika.
- Dip each chicken breast first into the egg mixture, then into the flour mixture, coating evenly.
- In a frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Place the coated chicken breasts into the pan and brown them on both sides.
- While the chicken is cooking, dissolve the chicken bouillon cubes in boiling water along with the remaining lemon juice.
- Once the chicken is browned, pour the bouillon mixture over the chicken in the pan.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer gently for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- If desired, double the liquid mixture for more gravy.
Notes & Wine Advice
Serving Tip:
Serve with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious lemon-butter sauce.
Wine Advice:
Pair this flavorful Chicken Piccata with a crisp white wine such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc to complement the tangy lemon and rich buttery flavors of the dish.
Nutrition values
Calories: 350 kcal | Carbohydrates: 15 g | Protein: 35 g | Fat: 15 g | Sugar: 2 g