Chicken Piccata, Version II
Chicken Piccata, Version II features tender, lightly floured cutlets kissed with lemon and finished in a buttery pan sauce. The balance of citrus, paprika, and a hint of garlic makes each bite lively yet rich, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual dinner party. Serve it with pasta or sautéed greens to soak up the tangy, velvety sauce.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chicken Piccata, Version II, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 60 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 12
- Heart Health
- 65
- Metabolic
- 15
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 53
- Performance
- 45
- General Wellness
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk the egg with 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice. Set aside.
- 2
In a shallow bowl or dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, and paprika. Dip the chicken into the egg and lemon mixture, then coat it in the seasoned flour.
- 3
In a large skillet, melt the butter or margarine and brown the coated chicken pieces.
- 4
Dissolve the bouillon in the boiling water, then stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Pour the liquid into the skillet. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, turning the chicken pieces after 10 minutes, until the chicken is tender. Garnish as desired and serve.
- Calories 425.41 kcal High 21%
- Protein 56.75 g Good Source 114%
- Carbohydrate 8.75 g 3%
- Total Fat 17.16 g High 22%
- Saturated Fat 8.66 g High 43%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 230.6 mg High 77%
- Sodium 494.19 mg High 21%
- Dietary Fiber 1.06 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 0.24 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 33.75 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 2.7 mg Moderate 15%
- Potassium 160.15 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 13.97 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 0.06 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.24 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Chicken Piccata, Version II is an Italian dinner recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Bottled Water, Butter, and Chicken Bouillon. Each serving provides about 425.41 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chicken Piccata, Version II?
- It is an Italian recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Chicken Piccata, Version II made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Bottled Water, Butter, Chicken Bouillon, Chicken Breast. The full list of 9 is above.
- What goes well with Chicken Piccata, Version II?
- Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Chicken Piccata, Version II?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 425.41 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chicken Piccata, Version II easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Chicken Piccata, Version II healthy?
- Chicken Piccata, Version II has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 425.41 calories and 56.75 g of protein, or 114% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 494.19 mg (21% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 8.66 g (43% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Eggs, Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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