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This classic Italian-American dish features tender pan-seared chicken cutlets in a bright, tangy lemon-butter sauce studded with briny capers. It’s a restaurant-quality meal you can whip up in under 30 minutes!

🍴 Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced horizontally to make 4 cutlets)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
• 1/3 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp capers, drained
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Lemon slices (for garnish)

🔥 Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
Season chicken cutlets on both sides with salt and pepper. Dredge lightly in flour, shaking off the excess.

Sear the Cutlets:
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 3–4 minutes per side or until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.

Make the Sauce:
In the same skillet, pour in the wine to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits. Let it simmer for 1–2 minutes. Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Bring to a boil and reduce slightly.

Finish with Butter:
Lower heat and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to create a silky sauce.

Serve:
Return chicken to the pan to coat in the sauce. Plate the chicken with spoonfuls of sauce and garnish with parsley and lemon slices.

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💡 Helpful Tip: For an extra-rich sauce, stir in a splash of heavy cream just before serving—especially delicious over pasta or mashed potatoes.