Description
This Slow-Cooker Chicken Piccata combines bright lemon flavors with briny capers in a hands-off cooking method for a comforting family meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup capers, rinsed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Black pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
- Pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice for serving
Instructions
- Season and arrange the chicken: Lay the chicken breasts in a single layer in the bottom of the slow cooker. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- Whisk the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the melted butter, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, rinsed capers, dried oregano, and black pepper until combined. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on LOW for about 4–6 hours, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Thicken the sauce (optional): Remove the chicken to a platter, whisk a small cornstarch slurry into the sauce, turn to HIGH for 10–15 minutes until thickened, and return the chicken to warm through.
- Plate and garnish: Spoon the sauce generously over the plated chicken and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve alongside pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute unsalted butter with olive oil. Ensure to rinse capers well to reduce saltiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian