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Roasted Chicken Piccata

Irresistible Roasted Chicken Piccata with Zesty Lemon-Caper Sauce

This Roasted Chicken Piccata features a crispy whole chicken topped with a zesty lemon-caper sauce, perfect for impressing guests or family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4-5 lb whole chicken A 4-5 lb bird is perfect for this recipe.
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil Canola, grapeseed, or sunflower oil.
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt Be generous for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper Adds depth to seasoning.
For the Sauce
  • 1 whole lemon Fresh lemon, sliced.
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter Diced, for a rich sauce.
  • 1 large shallot Minced for sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons minced capers Infuses tanginess in the sauce.
  • 1 cup white wine Any dry white wine.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Enhances lemon flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice For balanced flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons minced parsley And chives for finishing.

Equipment

  • cast-iron skillet
  • kitchen shears
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by spatchcocking the whole chicken to ensure even cooking and crispy skin.
  2. Generously season both sides of the spatchcocked chicken with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, and refrigerate uncovered for at least 4 hours.
  3. Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to preheat while preparing to roast the chicken.
  4. In a large cast iron skillet, heat neutral oil over medium-high heat and sear the chicken skin-side down for 10-12 minutes.
  5. Carefully flip the chicken skin-side up, arrange lemon slices on top, and roast for about 35-40 minutes.
  6. Once roasted, transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for at least 10 minutes before carving.
  7. In the same skillet, melt cold unsalted butter, sauté shallots, then add capers, white wine, and lemon juice. Simmer until it thickens.
  8. Place the rested chicken on a serving platter, drizzle with the lemon-caper sauce, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 44gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 155mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure to use fresh ingredients for the best flavor, and consider adding seasonal veggies for a complete meal.

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