Pin It A vibrant and zesty rice bowl featuring juicy chicken breast in a lemony piccata sauce, served over steamed rice with a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Perfect for a quick yet elegant meal.
This recipe quickly became a family favorite because of its bright flavors and simplicity to prepare on busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- Protein: 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 500 g) cut into 1 inch pieces
- Rice: 2 cups cooked white or brown rice (about 300 g)
- Coating & Seasoning: 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Cooking: 2 tbsp olive oil
- Sauce: 2 cloves garlic finely minced 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons) 2 tbsp capers drained and rinsed 2 tbsp unsalted butter (use dairy free margarine for dairy free option)
- Garnish: 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley Lemon slices for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a shallow bowl mix flour salt and black pepper Dredge the chicken pieces in the seasoned flour shaking off excess
- Step 2:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat Add chicken and cook for 5 6 minutes stirring occasionally until golden and cooked through Remove chicken to a plate
- Step 3:
- In the same skillet add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant
- Step 4:
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice scraping any browned bits from the pan Bring to a simmer
- Step 5:
- Stir in capers and return chicken to the skillet Simmer for 2 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly
- Step 6:
- Stir in butter until melted and sauce is glossy Remove from heat
- Step 7:
- To serve divide cooked rice among four bowls Top with chicken and spoon over the piccata sauce Garnish with parsley and lemon slices
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Notes
For extra flavor add a splash of dry white wine with the broth Substitute quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low carb version Add steamed broccoli or sautéed spinach for more vegetables To make it dairy free use plant based butter
Required Tools
Large skillet Shallow bowl Knife and cutting board Rice cooker or saucepan
Allergen Information
Contains Gluten (flour) Dairy (butter substitute as needed) May contain Sulfites (capers wine if used) Always verify ingredient labels for specific allergens
Pin It This chicken piccata rice bowl is a bright and flavorful dish perfect for any night of the week.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What type of rice works best for this dish?
White or brown rice both complement the lemony chicken nicely; alternatives like quinoa or cauliflower rice can also be used for a lighter option.
- → Can I make this dish dairy-free?
Yes, simply substitute the butter with a plant-based margarine to keep the sauce creamy and flavorful.
- → How do capers enhance the flavor profile?
Capers add a briny, tangy note that brightens the lemon sauce and balances the rich butter, creating a vibrant contrast.
- → What cooking method is used for the chicken?
The chicken is lightly dredged in seasoned flour and pan-seared in olive oil until golden, then simmered briefly in the sauce for tenderness and flavor infusion.
- → Can vegetables be added to this dish?
Absolutely. Steamed broccoli or sautéed spinach are excellent additions that add color and nutrition without overpowering flavors.