One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken Piccata

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast, halved horizontally
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons Capers, drained
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Dredge the chicken pieces in flour seasoned with salt and pepper, shaking off any excess.

2. 2

   Heat one tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, then remove from the pan.

3. 3

   In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

4. 4

   Simmer the sauce for 3 minutes until slightly reduced, then whisk in the remaining tablespoon of butter.

5. 5

   Return the chicken to the pan to coat with the sauce and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.