This Creamy Lemon Chicken Piccata is the perfect quick meal to impress your family or guests! The chicken is lightly breaded and pan-fried, creating tender, juicy chicken with a crispy coating. It’s served with a creamy lemon caper sauce for a delightful burst of flavor.
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Chicken Piccata (pronounced pick-ah-tah) is always a crowd-pleaser! Whether you’ve tried it with chicken or veal at a restaurant, it’s usually breaded, fried, and topped with a creamy sauce. This dish, sometimes known as Chicken Limone, is a favorite in Italian cuisine and is surprisingly simple and delicious to make at home. You can serve it over mashed potatoes or angel hair pasta, with roasted veggies on the side for a complete and satisfying meal.
Here’s what you will LOVE this recipe:
- Quick and Easy: It’s a 30-minute meal, perfect for busy evenings when time is short.
- Kid-Friendly: Even picky eaters enjoy it! My kids absolutely loved this dish, including the capers. They cleaned their plates and couldn’t get enough. Plus, it’s just as tasty as the version you’d get at a restaurant like Brio, but much simpler to make at home.
- Elegant yet Simple: Despite its gourmet appearance, this dish is surprisingly easy to prepare. It looks like you’ve spent hours in the kitchen, but it comes together quickly and effortlessly.
For Creamy Lemon Chicken Piccata, here are some complementary items you can serve:
- Garlic Bread: Serve slices of warm garlic bread or breadsticks on the side to complement the flavors of the creamy sauce and soak up any extra sauce.
- Side of Pasta: Offer a side of pasta such as linguine or fettuccine tossed with olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs. This can serve as a base for the creamy chicken piccata.
- Steamed Green Beans: Serve steamed green beans seasoned with garlic, lemon zest, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a nutritious and flavorful side dish.
- Roasted Potatoes: Roast baby potatoes tossed with olive oil, garlic, and Italian herbs until crispy and golden brown. The crispy potatoes add texture and flavor to the meal.
- Grated Parmesan Cheese: Offer grated Parmesan cheese for sprinkling over the pasta or roasted potatoes to add a savory and nutty flavor.
- Fresh Herbs: Garnish the chicken piccata with freshly chopped parsley or basil for a pop of color and added freshness.
Be sure to check out these other delicious chicken recipes!
Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Creamy Tuscan Orzo
Creamy Tuscan Shrimp
Creamy White Chicken Chili
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