Rita’s Chicken Piccata

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15
Savor the indulgent and tangy flavor of Rita's Chicken Piccata
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts , pounded thin
flour
salt and pepper
8 tablespoons olive oil
5 garlic cloves , crushed
1 cup white wine
1 cup water
1 teaspoon chicken base
6 tablespoons capers
4 tablespoons lemon juice
6 tablespoons butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
675
Sugar
2g
Fat
43g
Rita's Chicken Piccata is a classic Italian dish that features tender chicken breasts in a tangy and buttery lemon caper sauce. The dish originated in the 19th century in Italy and has since become a popular American-Italian staple. It's a perfect recipe to add to your repertoire as it's easy, indulgent and always impresses. Serve it over pasta or with a green salad on the side to make it a complete meal that everyone will love.

Instructions

1.Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and dredge them in flour.
2.Heat 4 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3.Add chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
4.Remove the chicken breasts to a serving plate and keep warm.
5.Add the garlic to the drippings in the skillet and cook for 30 seconds.
6.Add the white wine, water, chicken base, capers, and lemon juice to the skillet.
7.Cook the sauce until it is reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
8.Add the butter and whisk until it is melted and the sauce is smooth.
9.Pour the sauce over the chicken and serve immediately.

PROS

Rita’s Chicken Piccata is an easy, flavorful and indulgent meal that is perfect to impress guests or to enjoy with family.

The mix of tangy lemon and salty capers with tender chicken breasts is a delicious and mouth-watering combination.

CONS

The butter and oil in this recipe make it a high-fat dish that needs to be consumed in moderation.

Also, the capers and white wine may not be suitable for everyone due to their strong flavor.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein and essential amino acids that help to build muscles.
Lemon juice and capers are rich in antioxidants and Vitamin C which can boost the immune system and protect against free radical damage.
However, the calorie content of this dish makes it a high energy-density food that should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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