Description
A comforting, low-effort version of the classic Italian Chicken Piccata, featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a bright lemon, butter, and caper sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons capers, drained
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then lightly coat with flour.
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Whisk together chicken broth, lemon juice, minced garlic, and capers.
- Pour the liquid mixture over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on Low for 6-7 hours or High for 3-4 hours.
- Remove chicken from the pot and set aside.
- Stir the cubed butter into the remaining sauce until melted and glossy.
- Spoon the sauce over the chicken and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American