Patty’s Perspective: For something so simple, it is surprising how much I do love this meal. Considering how fast it is put together, from start to plate, you’ll be surprised by how much flavor it has. You may ask, though - is chicken piccata spicy? No, chicken piccata is not a spicy dish, but that doesn’t mean we can’t make it spicy!
Why You’ll Love MY Chicken Piccata Recipe
I make my chicken piccata very similar to the classic way, but with the inclusion of chili peppers and extra spices for added flavor and a touch of heat. I think most recipes are better with a touch of spiciness to them. I suggest using only slightly spicy peppers, ones that will not overwhelm your palate or the delicate balance of flavors with your typical lemon chicken piccata. Use just enough to let your taste buds know they’re alive and kicking. I’m using mildly spicy rocoto peppers and a bit of chili powder to introduce some new elements of flavor and a tad bit of heat. I’m filing this one under “Quick and Easy Recipes” because you’ll have this done in under 30 minutes and you will love it. Seriously, take a break from all that meal planning and make yourself something yummy that takes practically no work at all. Let’s talk about how to make chicken piccata, with a spicy twist! Add flour to a wide bowl and add half the chili power along with salt and pepper to your taste. Coat the chicken breasts in the seasoned flour. Cook the Chicken. Heat a large skillet to medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons butter and melt. Swirl it around the pan. Add the chicken to the pan along with your chili pepper slices. Cook for 4-5 minutes, then flip everything and cook another 4-5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the peppers are nicely browned. Remove the chicken breasts and peppers and set them aside. Make the Lemon Piccata Sauce. Add remaining butter, olive oil, lemon juice, white wine and capers to the hot pan. Swirl and scrape up the flavorful bits from the bottom of the pan. Add a bit more chili powder and salt and pepper to your taste. Simmer the Chicken. Return to heat and bring to a boil. Taste for seasonings and adjust as desired. Add chicken, reduce heat and simmer about 5 minutes. Serve. Serve with green onions and extra chili powder sprinkled over the top. Add extra lemon slices to make it look pretty! Boom! Done! Let me know what you think of my personal spin on classic chicken piccata. Curious how you enjoy it! Spice it up, my friends! Green peppers are fine, too, for a milder version. The Additional Spices. Use paprika or cayenne, though don’t overdo it. The sauce consists of oil, butter and lemon and it’s not super delicate, especially with the capers, but you really only want a hint of that spice. Let the combination do the work. Really, though, with the chili powder and the peppers, it’s a nice balance.
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