Lemon-Caper Chicken Breasts

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Juicy chicken breasts coated in paprika and flour, then sautéed to perfection with tangy lemon and capers, offering a flavorful, zesty dish perfect for weeknights or special occasions.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons capers

Instructions

  1. Rinse chicken breasts and pat dry.
  2. Combine flour, black pepper, and paprika on a plate.
  3. Dredge chicken in the flour mixture, coating evenly and shaking off excess.
  4. Cook the chicken in a skillet until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
  5. Add capers and lemon juice to the skillet, simmering briefly to combine flavors.
  6. Serve hot, spooning pan sauce over the chicken.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

204 kcal 10% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.6g 21% DV
Total Fat 3.4g 4% DV
Carbs 36.6g 13% DV
Fiber 7g 25% DV
Sugar 0.7g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 102.5mg 4% DV
Potassium 446.8mg 10% DV
Cholesterol 16mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 0.1mg
Vitamin D 0.1mcg 1% DV
Calcium 120mg 9% DV
Iron 3.8mg 21% DV
Diet fit High-fiber Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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