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Lemon-Caper Chicken Piccata over Fettuccine

Lemon-Caper Chicken Piccata over Fettuccine pairs tender pan-seared cutlets with a bright, briny sauce of lemon, capers, and white wine that clings to silky noodles. The balance of citrus, savory pan drippings, and a hint of parsley makes it lively without being heavy. It’s an ideal weeknight dinner that also feels special enough for guests.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyMedium
Lemon-Caper Chicken Piccata over Fettuccine
  1. 1

    Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a rolling boil. Stir in the fettuccine, return to a boil, and cook over medium heat until cooked through but still slightly firm, about 8 minutes. Drain.

  2. 2

    Whisk the flour and lemon-pepper seasoning together in a shallow bowl; dredge the chicken in the mixture until evenly coated, shaking any excess back into the bowl.

  3. 3

    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook the chicken until light golden brown and no longer pink in the center, 6 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer the chicken to a plate, keeping the oil mixture in the skillet.

  4. 4

    Stir the white wine, lemon juice, water, and chicken bouillon granules into the oil mixture in the skillet. Bring to a boil, scraping the browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon, until the sauce is slightly reduced, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir the capers into the sauce.

  5. 5

    Divide the pasta among serving plates; top with the chicken. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and garnish with lemon wedges and parsley.

About This Recipe

Lemon Caper Chicken Piccata over Fettuccine is an Italian dinner recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Capers, Chicken Bouillon, and Chicken Breast. Each serving provides about 381.83 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Lemon-Caper Chicken Piccata over Fettuccine?
It is an Italian recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
What is Lemon-Caper Chicken Piccata over Fettuccine made of?
The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Capers, Chicken Bouillon, Chicken Breast, Fettuccine Pasta. The full list of 12 is above.
What goes well with Lemon-Caper Chicken Piccata over Fettuccine?
Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Lemon-Caper Chicken Piccata over Fettuccine?
About 40 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 381.83 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Lemon-Caper Chicken Piccata over Fettuccine easy to make?
This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.

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