Skinny lemon chicken piccata with capers

Discover a light and flavorful take on a classic dish with our Skinny Lemon Chicken Piccata with Capers. This recipe features tender chicken breasts seasoned with lemon juice, garlic, and black pepper, coated in breadcrumbs, and sautéed to golden perfection. Finished with a zesty lemon, caper, and white wine sauce, it's a deliciously lean choice for a satisfying meal!

  • 30 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 20 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 14 Ingredients

Skinny lemon chicken piccata with capers

Skinny Lemon Chicken Piccata with Capers is a light and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a tangy lemon-caper sauce. This healthier version of a classic Italian recipe offers a delicious, guilt-free meal that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients:

1 lb chicken breasts
450g
1 tbsp lemon juice
16g
1 dash salt
0.40g
1 dash black pepper
1/10g
1/4 tsp garlic powder
0.78g
3 tbsp bread crumbs
20g
1 egg
54g
1 short spray cooking spray oil
0.30g
1 tbsp olive oil
14g
1 tbsp butter
14g
1/2 cup chicken broth
120g
2 fl oz white wine
60g
1 lemon
110g
1 tbsp capers
9g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
- Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets. If needed, pound the cutlets to ensure they are even in thickness for uniform cooking.
- Season both sides of the chicken cutlets with a dash of salt, a dash of black pepper, and 1/4 tsp of garlic powder.
2. Bread the Chicken:
- In a shallow bowl, beat the egg.
- Place the bread crumbs in another shallow bowl.
- Dip each chicken cutlet into the beaten egg and then coat evenly with bread crumbs. Set aside on a plate.
3. Cook the Chicken:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tbsp of olive oil and 1 tbsp of butter.
- Once the butter has melted and the oil is hot, add the chicken cutlets to the skillet in a single layer (you may need to cook in batches).
- Cook the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a plate. Keep warm.
4. Prepare the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add 1/2 cup of chicken broth and 2 fl oz of white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Add the juice of 1 lemon, 1 tbsp of lemon zest, and 1 tbsp of capers.
- Allow the sauce to simmer and reduce slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Combine and Serve:
- Return the chicken cutlets to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them.
- Simmer for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to heat through.
- Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

6. Plating:
- Serve the chicken piccata hot, garnished with additional lemon slices or zest if desired.

Tips:

- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure they cook evenly.

- For a crispier texture, use Panko breadcrumbs instead of regular bread crumbs.

- Make sure to deglaze the pan with the white wine to capture all the flavorful bits.

- Adjust the salt and lemon juice according to your taste preferences.

- Serve immediately after cooking to enjoy the dish at its best texture and flavor.

Enjoy this Skinny Lemon Chicken Piccata with Capers as a delightful low-calorie meal that doesn't compromise on taste. Paired with a side of vegetables or a light salad, it's sure to become a household favorite. Bon Appétit!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size220 grams
Energy
Calories 230kcal11%
Protein
Protein 30g19%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 1.09g3%
Sugar 1.35g1%
Fat
Fat 11g13%
Saturated 3.26g11%
Cholesterol 150mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 60ug7%
Choline 140mg26%
Vitamin B1 0.18mg15%
Vitamin B2 0.30mg23%
Vitamin B3 11mg72%
Vitamin B6 0.97mg57%
Vitamin B9 30ug8%
Vitamin B12 0.42ug17%
Vitamin C 16mg18%
Vitamin E 0.86mg6%
Vitamin K 1.28ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 36mg3%
Copper, Cu 0.09mg10%
Iron, Fe 1.23mg11%
Magnesium, Mg 40mg10%
Phosphorus, P 290mg23%
Potassium, K 490mg14%
Selenium, Se 33ug58%
Sodium, Na 270mg18%
Zinc, Zn 1.09mg10%
Water
Water 170g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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