Light Chicken Piccata

Light Chicken Piccata

A nice, healthy version of chicken piccata. Very light dish. My boyfriend requests it at least once a week!

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
3 hrs 15 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces lowfat plain yogurt
  • 4 boned and skinned chicken breast halves
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon margarine
  • 1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 cup white vermouth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • ½ cup lemon juice

Directions

Step 1
Coat chicken with yogurt, cover, and refrigerate at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

Step 2
Rinse chicken, and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 3
In a bowl, stir together flour, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Step 4
Heat oil, margarine, and 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice in skillet over medium heat. Dredge chicken in flour mixture. Place chicken in skillet; cook, turning to brown both sides, about 15 minutes. Remove chicken to a plate, and keep warm.

Step 5
Pour vermouth into skillet, and scrape brown bits with a wooden spoon. Stir in garlic, 1/4 cup lemon juice, water, and capers. Cook until reduced by half.

Step 6
Return chicken to the pan, and simmer 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

370
Calories
7g
Fat
28g
Carbs
32g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 370
% Daily Value *
Total Fat7g 9%
Saturated Fat2g 8%
Cholesterol72mg 24%
Sodium261mg 11%
Total Carbohydrate28g 10%
Dietary Fiber1g 3%
Total Sugars10g
Protein32g
Vitamin C20mg 98%
Calcium131mg 10%
Iron2mg 11%
Potassium570mg 12%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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