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Olive Garden Chicken Piccata

Olive Garden Chicken Piccata

5 from 6 votes
Inspired by Olive Garden’s famous chicken piccata, this recipe brings tender, golden chicken breasts together with a zesty lemon-caper sauce. It's an easy-to-make version of the restaurant favorite, perfect for dinner with family or friends.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 260

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken Piccata:
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour for dredging
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth low-sodium
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons capers drained
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet or sautĂ© pan
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Tongs or spatula

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken:
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Dredge each chicken breast lightly in flour, shaking off any excess.
Cook the Chicken:
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
  1. In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, lemon juice, capers, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir to combine, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly.
  2. Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon some of the sauce over each breast, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
Combine and Serve:
  1. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve:
  1. Serve the Olive Garden-inspired chicken piccata over pasta, rice, or alongside steamed vegetables for a delicious meal.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, you can substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • You can serve with a side of garlic bread and a green salad to complete the meal.
Olive Garden Chicken Piccata
Olive Garden Chicken Piccata
Olive Garden Chicken Piccata