Description
This Italian classic features tender chicken topped with a zingy lemon-caper sauce, making it a quick and impressive dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts (flattened and seasoned)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth (for flavor)
- 2 tablespoons capers (adds a unique briny taste)
- Juice of 1 lemon (for amazing acidity)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for a rich finish)
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Flatten chicken breasts to 1/2 inch thickness and season with salt and pepper.
- Dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off the excess.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Pour in chicken broth, capers, and lemon juice, bringing to a simmer.
- Stir in butter until it melts and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and cook for an additional minute.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free flour blend for dredging. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken, scallopini, Italian, quick meal, easy dinner