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Keto Chicken Piccata

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ cup almond flour
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ¾ cup chicken broth low sodium
  • cup fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup capers drained
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ cup heavy cream optional, for creamy piccata
  • Fresh parsley finely chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon slices optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Sharp kitchen knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • 1 Shallow mixing bowls
  • 1 Large skillet or frying pan
  • 1 Tongs
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Microplane or grater (for Parmesan and lemon zest if desired)

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Slice each chicken breast horizontally into two thin cutlets. Place the cutlets between two pieces of plastic wrap and gently pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
Prepare the Coating
  1. In a shallow bowl, combine almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Coat the Chicken
  1. Dredge each chicken cutlet in the almond flour mixture, pressing lightly to ensure an even coating. Shake off excess.
Pan-Sear the Chicken
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken cutlets in batches and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Make the Sauce Base
  1. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Deglaze the Pan
  1. Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. This adds incredible flavor to the sauce.
Add Capers and Cream
  1. Stir in capers and heavy cream (if using). Let the sauce simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Return Chicken to Pan
  1. Place the cooked chicken back into the skillet and spoon the sauce over it. Simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Garnish and Serve
  1. Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices if desired.

Notes

Nutritional Facts and Total Calories

(Per serving, approximate)
  • Calories: 420
  • Protein: 36g
  • Fat: 30g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Net Carbs: 3g