Description
Bright, tangy, and comforting, this Easy Crock Pot Chicken Piccata turns pantry staples into a flavorful dinner with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (about 1–2 lemons)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup capers
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- Serve over rice or pasta
Instructions
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared chicken breasts to the bottom of the crock pot in a single layer.
- Mix together lemon juice, minced garlic, capers, and chicken broth, then pour the mixture over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Serve the chicken with the sauce over rice or pasta, garnished with parsley.
Notes
For a low-sodium option, use low-sodium chicken broth and rinse capers before adding. This recipe is naturally gluten-free when served with gluten-free pasta or rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 420 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian