CHICKEN PICCATA for an easy 20-min dinner recipe!
CHICKEN PICCATA for an easy 20-min dinner recipe! is a easy Italian-American recipe that serves 4. 360 calories per serving. Recipe by Downshiftology on YouTube.
Prep: 12 min | Cook: 15 min | Total: 35 min
Cost: $10.30 total, $2.58 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 large Chicken Breast (Thinly sliced horizontally to make 4 pieces; keep chilled for easier slicing)
- 0.25 cup Arrowroot Powder (Gluten‑free alternative to flour; can use all‑purpose flour or cornstarch)
- 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese (Finely grated; freshly grated gives best flavor)
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt (Adjust to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil (Extra‑virgin preferred)
- 3 tablespoon Unsalted Butter (Cut into pieces; divided between searing and sauce)
- 0.5 cup White Wine (Dry white; can substitute extra chicken broth for non‑alcoholic version)
- 4 clove Garlic (Minced)
- 1 cup Chicken Broth (Low‑sodium; can use homemade or store‑bought)
- 3 tablespoon Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed (about 1 lemon))
- 2 tablespoon Capers (Drained and rinsed)
- 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley (Chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Slice the Chicken
Place each chicken breast on a cutting board and slice horizontally in half, keeping the knife flat and perpendicular to the board to create thin cutlets.
Time: PT5M
Prepare Dredging Mixture
In a shallow dish combine arrowroot powder (or flour), grated Parmesan, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper; stir until evenly mixed.
Time: PT2M
Dredge the Chicken
Press each chicken piece into the flour mixture, coating both sides. Use your hands to sprinkle extra mixture and press gently so it adheres.
Time: PT3M
Heat the Skillet
Add olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter to a large skillet over medium‑high heat. Swirl until the butter melts and the mixture shimmers.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: medium-high
Sear the Chicken
Place the coated chicken pieces in the skillet. Cook 3‑4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
Time: PT8M
Temperature: medium-high
Rest the Chicken
Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and keep warm while you finish the sauce.
Time: PT1M
Deglaze with Wine and Garlic
Add white wine to the hot pan, scraping up browned bits. Stir in minced garlic and simmer until the wine reduces by half, about 3‑4 minutes.
Time: PT4M
Temperature: medium
Build the Sauce
Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, capers, and the remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Time: PT3M
Temperature: medium
Finish the Dish
Return the chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over, and simmer 1‑2 minutes until the chicken is heated through.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: medium
Plate and Garnish
Transfer chicken to a serving plate, drizzle with remaining pan sauce, sprinkle chopped parsley, and add optional lemon slices.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 360
- Protein
- 30g
- Carbohydrates
- 8g
- Fat
- 20g
- Fiber
- 0.5g
Dietary info: Gluten‑Free (using arrowroot), Low‑Carb, High‑Protein, Nut‑Free
Allergens: Dairy, Gluten (if using wheat flour)
Last updated: April 19, 2026





