CHICKEN PICCATA
4 to 6 servings

Prepare and keep warm in a 200°F oven:

  • Pan-Fried or Sautéed Chicken or Pan-Fried Chicken Cutlets I

Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of the fat from the skillet. Place the skillet over medium heat and add:

  • 1 small shallot, minced

Cook, stirring, until softened, about 1 minute. Increase the heat to high and add:

  • 1 cup chicken stock or broth

Bring to a boil, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to loosen the browned bits. Add:

  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons drained small capers

Boil until the sauce is reduced to about ⅓ cup, 3 to 4 minutes. Add any accumulated chicken juices. Take off the heat and swirl in:

  • 3 tablespoons butter, softened

Pour the sauce over the chicken and serve immediately.

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