How to Make Pepper Chicken Piccata - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pepper Chicken Piccata is a delicious and elegant dish that combines the flavors of tender chicken, tangy lemon, savory garlic, and aromatic capers. This Italian-inspired recipe is a perfect choice for a special dinner or a dinner party with friends and family. The dish is easy and quick to prepare, making it a great option for busy weeknights as well.

The star of this dish is chicken breasts, which are pounded thin and then seasoned with salt, black pepper, and a touch of paprika for...

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 red bell peppers, seeded and diced
  • 2 large sweet onions, peeled and cut into wedges
  • 1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into cubes
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In a large skillet, heat oil. Saute red bell peppers and onions until they begin to soften. Remove from skillet with a slotted spoon and set aside. Add cubed chicken to skillet and brown lightly. Add garlic and ground red pepper. Reduce heat slightly and saute, covered, for 1 to 2 minutes, until garlic is golden brown.
  • Using a wooden spoon, add lemon juice, stirring to break up particles on bottom of skillet (deglazing). Add butter/margarine, stirring and blending well into the sauce. Return bell pepper and onion to skillet, stir all together and add parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
  • Nutrition

    420 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 114mg
    • Sodium: 163mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 42g
    • Vitamin C: 114mg
    • Calcium: 83mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 852mg