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Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce Recipe

Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce Recipe

5.2 from 28 reviews

This Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce recipe is a delightful combination of tender chicken breasts, tangy lemon sauce, and savory Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a special dinner or a weeknight meal!

Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)

Egg Mixture:

  • 1/2 cup egg substitute
  • 2 tablespoons dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Coating:

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Additional:

  • 3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chicken: Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness.
  2. Make Egg Mixture: Combine egg substitute, wine, lemon juice, garlic, and hot pepper sauce in a shallow dish.
  3. Prepare Coating: In another dish, mix flour, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and salt.
  4. Coat Chicken: Dip chicken in flour, egg mixture, then flour again.
  5. Cook Chicken: Brown chicken in oil in a skillet until cooked through. Keep warm.
  6. Make Sauce: Melt butter, add wine and lemon juice to the pan. Boil until reduced.
  7. Finish Dish: Drizzle sauce over cooked chicken.

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with pasta or a fresh green salad.
  • For a lighter version, use olive oil instead of butter.

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Keywords: Chicken Piccata, Lemon Sauce, Chicken Recipe, Italian Chicken