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Creamy Chicken Piccata

"This creamy Chicken Piccata is a go-to dish for serving guests in our household. It's quick and easy to prepare, and it pairs perfectly with pasta!"

Ingredients

For The Chicken

  • 4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts pounded flat
  • 3 tbsp flour (all purpose or plain)
  • 3 tbsp grated fresh Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • cracked pepper

For the Sauce

  • 4 tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup finely grated fresh Parmesan cheese
  • 4 tbsp  capers divided 2 tbsp to garnish
  • 2-3 tbsp  lemon juice of 1 lemon (adjust to your tastes)
  • 2 tbsp  fresh parsley

Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine the flour, thyme, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Dredge chicken in the flour mixture; shake off excess and set aside.
  • Heat 4 tablespoon of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until. Fry the chicken until golden and cooked trough on each side a. Transfer to plate in warm oven (275 degrees)
  • Reduce heat to medium-low, add garlic to pan and stir for 30 seconds, add the broth and cream.
  • Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer; season with salt and pepper to taste; add in the parmesan cheese and capers. Continue cooking gently to thicken.
  • Add the lemon juice, stir and continue to simmer for a minute. Return the chicken to the sauce and serve.
  • We serve this chicken and sauce over pasta