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chicken picata

(1 rating)
Recipe by
shirley schmuck
flowery branch, GA

this is just about the most favorite dish at our house. doesn't everyone love lemon chicken? this is just my version.

(1 rating)
yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Saute

Ingredients For chicken picata

  • 2
    chicken breast filets(or 1 whole breast halved)
  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil, extra virgin
  • 1/2 tsp
    garlic
  • 2
    green onions, diced
  • 1/4 c
    lemon juice
  • 1/4 c
    cooking sherry or wine

How To Make chicken picata

  • 1
    Pound chicken filets between plastic wrap until 1/4 inch thickness.
  • 2
    Brown filets in hot olive oil for about 2-3 minutes on each side. Removes from the skillet.
  • 3
    Add to the skillet onions and garlic. Cook for 1 minutes stirring. Add lemon juice and sherry. Cook at medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the juices to cook down a little.
  • 4
    Return chicken to the pan, covering with the juices. Heat for 2 minutes. I serve this with Mexican or flavored rice and call it a meal.
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