Description
A classic Italian-American dish featuring tender chicken cutlets in a bright, buttery lemon-caper sauce.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour, shaking off excess.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Add wine to the skillet, scraping up browned bits. Simmer until reduced by half.
- Add broth and lemon juice, bring to a simmer. Stir in capers and remaining 2 tablespoons butter until melted.
- Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer for 2 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Italian-American