Express Chicken Piccata Bowl (Printable)

Juicy chicken breast in lemony sauce over fluffy rice with fresh herbs and capers.

# Ingredient List:

→ Protein

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces

→ Rice

02 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice

→ Coating & Seasoning

03 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
04 - 1 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Cooking

06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Sauce

07 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
08 - 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
09 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
10 - 2 tablespoons drained and rinsed capers
11 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or dairy-free margarine for dairy-free option)

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
13 - Lemon slices (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Combine flour, salt, and black pepper in a shallow bowl. Dredge chicken pieces in the mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and fully cooked. Transfer chicken to a plate.
03 - In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add chicken broth and lemon juice to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Bring to a simmer.
05 - Stir in capers and return chicken to the skillet. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
06 - Add butter and stir until melted and sauce becomes glossy. Remove skillet from heat.
07 - Divide cooked rice evenly among four bowls. Top with chicken and piccata sauce, then garnish with parsley and lemon slices if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick preparation with only 30 minutes total time
  • Easy and flavorful Italian-American classic
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add a splash of dry white wine with the broth
  • Substitute quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb version
03 -
  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken pieces to ensure even browning
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