Description
This Healthy Chicken Piccata is a lighter take on the classic dish, featuring tender chicken cutlets in a flavorful lemon-caper sauce. It’s easy enough for a busy weeknight but elegant enough for guests! Serve it with whole wheat angel hair pasta or enjoy it on its own for a low-carb option.
Ingredients
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- 4–5 boneless, skinless chicken cutlets, pounded thin (about 1.25 lbs)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp capers, drained and rinsed
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (or more to taste)
- Angel hair pasta, for serving (optional)
- Sliced lemons, for serving
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Pound the chicken cutlets to an even thickness and season with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece in flour, shaking off any excess.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Remove the pan from the heat and add minced garlic. Stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant (be careful not to burn it).
- Return the pan to the heat and add the chicken broth. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a light boil and let the sauce reduce slightly.
- Stir in the lemon juice and capers, then simmer until the sauce thickens a bit more.
- Add the butter and stir until melted. Return the chicken (along with any juices from the plate) to the pan, allowing it to simmer over medium-low heat until the sauce reaches the desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and gently stir in the Greek yogurt (or omit for a more traditional version).
- Serve the chicken alone or over angel hair pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta for a healthier option.
- For a lower-carb version, serve over cauliflower rice or steamed vegetables.
- You can skip the Greek yogurt if you prefer a more traditional, tangy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg