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Keto Chicken Piccata with Lemon and Capers Recipe

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  • Author: Eve
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Carb

Description

This Keto-friendly Chicken Piccata is a classic Italian-inspired dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a tangy lemon and caper sauce. By omitting the traditional flour breading, this recipe offers a lighter, low-carb version without compromising on the vibrant flavors. Perfectly complemented by zucchini noodles or a fresh salad, this dish makes for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For Cooking

  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Season and Cook Chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to keep warm.
  2. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned, ensuring the flavors release into the pan.
  3. Prepare Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, and rinsed capers into the skillet. Scrape the bottom of the pan gently to lift any browned bits, which add depth to the sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Combine and Heat Through: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through and absorb the tangy flavors.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Plate the chicken with sauce spooned over the top and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately alongside zucchini noodles or a fresh salad for a complete, keto-friendly meal.

Notes

  • For a thicker sauce, let the sauce simmer a few minutes longer before adding the chicken back to the pan.
  • Ensure chicken breasts are pounded to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
  • Rinse capers to reduce excess saltiness.
  • This recipe pairs well with low-carb sides like zucchini noodles, steamed vegetables, or a leafy green salad.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best bright and authentic flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://everecipes.com/keto-chicken-piccata-with-lemon-and-capers-recipe/