Chicken Piccata Recipe

Introduction

Chicken Piccata is a bright and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts bathed in a tangy lemon and caper sauce. This slow cooker version simplifies the classic Italian favorite, making it perfect for busy days without sacrificing taste.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
• 1/4 cup caper berries
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 2 tbsp butter (for sauce)
• cooked pasta (optional for serving)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Mince the garlic cloves and squeeze fresh lemon juice from the lemons. Set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear them until golden brown on both sides.
3. Step 3: Place the seared chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Top evenly with minced garlic and caper berries. Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the top. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours until the chicken is cooked through.
5. Step 5: Remove the chicken from the slow cooker. Whisk butter into the remaining juices to create a rich sauce.
6. Step 6: Serve the chicken with the sauce spooned over it. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and enjoy it over cooked pasta or rice if desired.

Tips & Variations

• For a brighter flavor, add a splash of white wine to the sauce before cooking.
• Use thinly sliced chicken cutlets for quicker cooking time and more even browning.
• Swap caper berries with regular capers if unavailable; rinse them to reduce saltiness.
• Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.

Storage

Store leftover chicken piccata in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave to avoid drying out the chicken. The sauce may thicken when chilled—thin it with a little broth or water when reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe without a slow cooker?

Yes, you can prepare chicken piccata on the stovetop by sautéing the chicken and simmering it in the lemon-caper sauce until cooked through, which usually takes about 20-30 minutes.

What can I serve with chicken piccata?

Chicken piccata pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or even mashed potatoes. Steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad also make great accompaniments.

Chicken Piccata Recipe

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This Chicken Piccata is a tangy, flavorful dish featuring tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts slow-cooked with garlic, lemon juice, capers, and Italian seasoning, then finished with a rich buttery sauce. Perfectly paired with pasta or rice, it offers a delicious and easy-to-make meal that’s inspired by classic Italian flavors.

• Author: lea
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 3 hours (high) or 6 hours (low)
• Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes (high) or 6 hours 15 minutes (low)
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Slow Cooking
• Cuisine: Italian
• Diet: Low Salt

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasonings

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Liquid Ingredients and Sauce

• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
• 1/4 cup caper berries
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter (for sauce)

Garnish

• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Serving (Optional)

• Cooked pasta or rice, for serving

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients: Mince the garlic cloves finely and squeeze fresh lemon juice from about 2 lemons. These ingredients will infuse the chicken with bright and savory flavors.
2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Place them in the hot skillet and sear each side until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. This step locks in the juices and adds a rich taste.
3. Layer in Crockpot: Transfer the seared chicken breasts to the crockpot. Evenly distribute the minced garlic and caper berries on top of the chicken. Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice to create a flavorful cooking liquid.
4. Add Seasoning and Cook: Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the chicken and liquids. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
5. Finish the Sauce: Remove the cooked chicken from the crockpot and set aside. Whisk the butter into the remaining cooking juices in the crockpot to create a rich and silky sauce.
6. Serve: Plate the chicken breasts and spoon the buttery lemon-caper sauce over them. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve over cooked pasta or rice if desired, for a complete meal.

Notes

• For a thicker sauce, you can reduce the cooking juices by simmering on the stove before whisking in butter.
• If caper berries are unavailable, regular capers can be used as a substitute with a slightly stronger flavor.
• Ensure not to overcook the chicken in the crockpot to maintain tenderness.
• This dish can also be made on the stovetop for a quicker preparation by simmering the chicken in sauce instead of slow cooking.
• Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently to avoid drying out the chicken.

Keywords: Chicken Piccata, Slow Cooker Chicken, Lemon Chicken, Capers, Italian Chicken Recipe, Easy Chicken Dinner