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Delicious Lemon Caper Chicken Recipe

Delicious Lemon Caper Chicken Recipe

Elevate Your Meal with This Rich Lemon Chicken Dish Perfect for Special Occasions.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Delicious Lemon Caper Chicken Recipe
Servings: 3
Calories: 423kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • Pinch salt
  • 2 skinless boneless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup wine dry white
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter cold and cut into pieces
  • 2 tablespoons capers drained
  • 2 lemon wedges

Instructions

  • In a shallow dish, mix together the flour and salt.
  • Dredge the chicken breasts in the flour mixture until coated.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil.
  • Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • Pour the white wine into the skillet and scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • Add the lemon juice and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and whisk in the butter, one piece at a time, until the sauce is smooth.
  • Stir in the capers.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
  • Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 423kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 119mg | Sodium: 234mg | Potassium: 291mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 511IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 2mg
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