Description
Crockpot Chicken Piccata is a flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, zesty lemon, and briny capers. This slow-cooked recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, offering a delightful taste experience that will have everyone asking for seconds. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, serve it over pasta or rice to soak up the luscious sauce and enjoy a comforting meal right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp capers
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Place seasoned chicken in the crockpot; add minced garlic, lemon juice, and chicken broth.
- Sprinkle capers over the chicken and add butter in small chunks.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
- For a thicker sauce, remove some liquid, whisk in flour on medium heat until bubbling, then return to the pot.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 135mg