Description

This Easy Lemon Chicken Piccata is a delightful blend of lemon, capers, and succulent chicken, all made in one skillet for a quick, healthy meal. It’s perfect for a busy night or whenever you’re craving something fresh and flavorful.

Ingredients

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1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded to 1/2” thickness or purchased thin-sliced)
Sea salt and black pepper (to taste)
3 tablespoons blanched almond flour
2 tablespoons tapioca flour
3 tablespoons ghee (divided)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 small onion (chopped about 1/2 cup)
1 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup coconut cream (unsweetened, blended before using)
1.5 teaspoons dijon mustard (optional)
3 tablespoons capers (drained)
Sea salt and black pepper (to taste)

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Instructions

Pound the chicken breast to 1/2” thickness if necessary and cut into cutlets. Season both sides generously with sea salt and pepper.
In a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat, combine almond flour and tapioca flour in a shallow bowl for dredging. Add 2 tablespoons of ghee to the skillet.
Once the ghee is melted, dredge each chicken cutlet in the flour mixture, shaking off excess, and place them in the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove chicken to a plate and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the remaining ghee. Add onions and cook for 1 minute until translucent, then stir in the garlic for another minute until softened.
Add chicken broth and lemon juice to the skillet, raise the heat to medium, and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Cook for 3 more minutes.
Stir in coconut cream and mustard (if using), cooking and stirring for another minute, then add capers. Return the chicken to the skillet, reduce heat to simmer, and let cook for 1 more minute. Serve over sautéed cauliflower rice or veggie noodles.

Notes

For best results, use fresh lemon juice for the most vibrant flavor.
Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
Serve with a side of vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cutlet
Calories: 330
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 100mg