Description
Juicy chicken breasts are smothered in a velvety caper cream sauce, with a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and creamy flavors. This easy-to-make dish is elegant enough for dinner parties but quick enough for a weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides, about 6-7 minutes per side, until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, heavy cream, capers, and lemon juice. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
- Cook the sauce for about 5 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and coat them with the creamy caper sauce.
- Serve the chicken topped with the sauce and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables to soak up the delicious sauce.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer a little longer before returning the chicken to the skillet.
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes