Lemon Chicken Piccata
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Lemons from Europe are truly in a class of their own when it comes to freshness and quality. 🍋 @thelemonage_can brings you the best, ensuring you’re working with lemons that have the perfect balance of tartness and sweetness, making them ideal for all types of culinary creations. Whether you’re using lemon zest, juice, or slices, European lemons bring an unbeatable vibrancy to your dishes, elevating everything from everyday meals to gourmet recipes.
Lemons are more than just a tangy addition to food—they are a powerhouse for your health. Packed with vitamin C, they’re a wonderful way to support your immune system, helping keep you healthy all year long. Additionally, the antioxidants in lemons aid in promoting a healthy nervous system, making them a great addition to any balanced diet.
Now, let’s talk about one of my favourite recipes featuring these incredible lemons: Lemony Chicken Piccata. If you’ve never tried it, you’re in for a treat! The lemon-wine piccata sauce is the secret here—its bright citrusy notes, paired with the savory, briny flavour of capers, creates a sauce that’s absolutely addictive. The chicken is tender, and the sauce is rich, with just the right amount of acidity from the lemon to balance the dish.
And the best part? This dish is perfect served over linguine pasta or orzo, which soak up the flavorful sauce, creating the perfect bite every time. It’s a comforting yet light meal that brings a fresh, vibrant feeling to any dinner table.
By using Lemons from Europe, you’re ensuring that every element of your dish shines with the very best, freshest flavour. Trust me, once you make this Lemony Chicken Piccata, you’ll see exactly why these lemons are a game changer in your cooking.
So, are you ready to try it out? Let’s get started and bring a burst of citrus goodness into your kitchen! 🍋
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Lemon Chicken Piccata
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts sliced in half lengthwise
- 1/2 cup gluten-free flour for coating chicken
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- For the Lemon Sauce:
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 tbsp gluten-free flour
- 1 cup chicken stock
- Juice of 1 European lemon
- 1/2 cup white wine or chicken stock
- 3 tbsp capers drained
- Garnish:
- Fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: On a plate, mix the gluten-free flour, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise, creating thinner pieces. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook the chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Once done, set the chicken aside on a plate.
- Make the Lemon Sauce: In the same pan, melt the butter. Add the gluten-free flour to make a roux, stirring constantly. Slowly pour in the chicken stock and white wine, whisking as you go for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Add Lemon & Capers: Stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and capers, and let the sauce simmer for another 3-5 minutes until the sauce has thickened and the flavours have melded together.
- Combine: Return the cooked chicken to the pan and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the chicken is coated in the lemon sauce and heated through.
- Garnish & Serve: Garnish the chicken piccata with fresh parsley and serve over linguine or orzo pasta to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Eat and Enjoy!
Notes
If you enjoyed this recipe you may also like my Turkey & Wild Rice Jambalaya or my Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie or even my Creamy Orzo with Chicken & Asparagus.
