Easy Chicken Piccata

Instructions

1. Step 1: 1. Start by placing the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness (about 1/2 inch).
2. Step 2: 2. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
3. Step 3: 3. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess.
4. Step 4: 4. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat.
5. Step 5: 5. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
6. Step 6: 6. In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
7. Step 7: 7. Allow the sauce to reduce for about 2-3 minutes, then stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter until melted.
8. Step 8: 8. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Cook for an additional minute to heat through.
9. Step 9: 9. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.