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Buca Di Beppo Chicken Limone

A bright, lemony pan-skillet chicken with a buttery caper sauce that's quick and easy to make.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 egg
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice divided use
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
  • 1/2 cup hot water
  • 1 tablespoon capers
  • lemon slices for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring Cups
  • Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • Paper Towels
  • Large Skillet
  • Spatula or tongs
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice until well combined.
  2. In another small bowl, stir together the flour, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. Place each chicken breast between two sheets of waxed paper and pound with a meat mallet or rolling pin until flattened and even in thickness.
  4. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to help the coating adhere.
  5. Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, then dredge thoroughly in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
  6. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  7. Add the coated chicken to the skillet and sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  8. In a small bowl, dissolve the chicken bouillon in the hot water, then stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
  9. Pour the bouillon-lemon mixture into the skillet with the chicken and bring to a boil.
  10. Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  11. Transfer the chicken to serving plates, spoon the pan sauce over each piece, and garnish with capers and lemon slices.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for brightest flavor.
  • Keep wet and dry hands separate when breading.
  • Don’t move the chicken while searing to develop a good crust.
  • Let the sauce simmer until it thickens slightly to coat the spoon back.
  • Room-temperature chicken cooks more evenly.