Chicken Picatta

Ingredients
  

  • 1-pound chicken scaloppini, about 4 ounces each 
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 
  • 1 tbsp., plus 1 tsp. all-purpose flour, divided 
  • 3 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil 
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth 
  • 4 tbsp. lemon juice 
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish 
  • 1/4 cup capers, drained and rinsed 
  • 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 
  • Whole-wheat angel hair pasta or roasted potatoes, for serving

Instructions
 

  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon flour.
  • In a large non-stick skillet, over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil until very hot.
  • Cook the cutlets until opaque throughout,1 to 2 minutes per side; transfer the cutlets to a plate.
  • Reserve the skillet; reduce the heat under the skillet to medium.
  • Add the remaining teaspoon oil and garlic to the same skillet; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the broth, lemon juice and 1 teaspoon flour, and add to the pan.
  • Simmer sauce until reduced and thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the white wine, parsley and capers.
  • Swirl in the unsalted butter until sauce is shiny and slightly thickened.
  • Serve chicken with the sauce.
  • Serve with pasta or potatoes as desired.
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