Description

Satisfy your cravings with this Easy Lemon Chicken Piccata. Featuring tender chicken, zesty lemon, and savory garlic, it’s a quick and healthy dinner option. Perfect for those seeking a paleo or gluten-free meal that’s simple to prepare and bursting with flavor.

Ingredients

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1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded to 1/2” thickness)
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 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard (optional)
3 tablespoons capers (drained)

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Instructions

Pound the chicken breast to 1/2” thickness and cut into cutlets. Season both sides with sea salt and black pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Mix almond flour and tapioca flour in a shallow bowl for dredging. Add 2 tablespoons of ghee to the skillet.
Once heated, lightly dredge each chicken cutlet in the flour mixture, shake off excess, and place in the skillet. Cook about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
Lower heat to medium low, add remaining ghee, then add onions. Cook for a minute until translucent, add garlic, and cook for another minute until softened.
Add chicken broth and lemon juice, raise to medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Cook for 3 minutes.
Stir in coconut cream and mustard (if using), cook for another minute, then add capers. Bring chicken back to the skillet, lower heat, and simmer for another minute.

Notes

Pounding the chicken ensures even cooking and tenderness.
For a creamier sauce, add extra coconut cream or heavy cream, if desired.
Serve with cauliflower rice or veggie noodles for a wholesome meal.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cutlet
Calories: 370
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 11g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 120mg