How to Make Chicken with Lemon-Caper Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken with Lemon-Caper Sauce is a delightful and refreshing dish that is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. The combination of tangy lemon and briny capers creates a mouthwatering sauce that perfectly complements the tender, juicy chicken. This recipe is easy to make and comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a great option for busy weeknights when you want something delicious and satisfying on the table without a lot of fuss.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup dry white wine
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • ¼ cup cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained
  • 2 lemon wedges

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 2

  • Mix together flour and salt in a medium dish or resealable plastic bag. Coat chicken in flour mixture; shake off excess.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer chicken to a plate; cover and keep warm.
  • Pour white wine into the skillet; allow to boil while scraping the cooked bits from the bottom of the pan. Add lemon juice; boil until reduced by half, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Sprinkle cubed butter into boiling sauce. Swirl and shake the pan vigorously until butter is completely incorporated and sauce thickens. (Butter must never come to rest, or sauce will separate and become oily.) Remove from heat and stir in capers.
  • Pour lemon-caper sauce over chicken; serve with lemon wedges.
  • Nutrition

    662 cal.

    • Total Fat: 39g
    • Saturated Fat: 17g
    • Cholesterol: 160mg
    • Sodium: 372mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 43g
    • Vitamin C: 27mg
    • Calcium: 47mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 558mg