Creamy Crockpot Chicken Piccata Recipe

Introduction

Creamy Crockpot Chicken Piccata is a flavorful, easy-to-make dinner perfect for busy evenings. Tender chicken breasts simmer in a tangy lemon-caper sauce, creating a comforting dish with minimal effort.

Ingredients

• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Butter-flavored vegetable cooking spray
• 2 tablespoons light Land O’Lakes whipped butter
• 1 cup fat-free chicken broth
• ½ cup white cooking wine
• ½ cup drained, rinsed capers
• Juice of 4 fresh lemons (about ½ cup)
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• Lemon slices, optional for garnish
• Fresh basil or parsley, optional for garnish

Instructions

1. Step 1: Flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure they cook uniformly.
2. Step 2: In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, kosher salt, and black pepper. Coat each chicken breast evenly with the flour mixture and set aside.
3. Step 3: Spray a sauté pan with butter-flavored cooking spray and heat over medium-high. Add the whipped butter and melt. Lightly brown the chicken breasts in batches, then transfer them to the slow cooker.
4. Step 4: Pour the chicken broth, white cooking wine, lemon juice, and capers into the slow cooker over the chicken. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours.
5. Step 5: When cooking is complete, remove the chicken with a slotted spoon and keep warm. Pour the cooking liquid into a saucepan.
6. Step 6: Whisk together the cold water and cornstarch until smooth. Stir this mixture into the sauce and bring it to a boil. Simmer for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
7. Step 7: Pour the thickened sauce over the chicken. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh basil or parsley, if desired, before serving.

Tips & Variations

• For a richer sauce, stir in a splash of cream just before serving.
• If you prefer, substitute the white cooking wine with additional chicken broth and a tablespoon of lemon juice.
• Flatten chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap using a meat mallet or rolling pin for easy handling and even thickness.
• Serve over cooked pasta, rice, or alongside steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Storage

Store leftover chicken and sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a saucepan over low heat or in the microwave until warmed through.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen chicken breasts for this recipe?

It’s best to use thawed chicken breasts for even cooking. If using frozen, thaw them completely before starting the recipe.

Is it necessary to brown the chicken before slow cooking?

Browning the chicken adds extra flavor and color but can be skipped if you’re short on time. The dish will still be delicious with slow cooking alone.

Creamy Crockpot Chicken Piccata Recipe

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This Creamy Crockpot Chicken Piccata is a flavorful and healthy dinner option featuring tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a tangy lemon, caper, and white wine sauce. The chicken is first lightly seared for added flavor before being slow-cooked to perfection, then finished with a luscious thickened sauce. Perfect for a simple yet elegant meal, it serves 4 and is a low-point choice ideal for Weight Watchers.

• Author: Clara
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
• Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Dinner
• Method: Slow Cooking
• Cuisine: Italian-American
• Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

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Chicken and Coating

• ¼ Cup All Purpose Flour
• Kosher Salt, to taste
• Fresh Ground Black Pepper, to taste
• 2 Pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
• Butter Flavored Vegetable Cooking Spray
• 2 Tablespoons Light Land O’Lakes Whipped Butter

Sauce

• 1 Cup Fat Free Chicken Broth
• ½ Cup White Cooking Wine
• ½ Cup Capers, drained and rinsed
• 4 Fresh Lemons (for ½ cup lemon juice)
• 2 Tablespoons Cold Water
• 2 Tablespoons Cornstarch

Garnish (Optional)

• Lemon Slices
• Fresh Basil or Parsley

Instructions

1. Prepare the chicken: Flatten the boneless, skinless chicken breasts so they are even in thickness. This ensures consistent cooking throughout the meat.
2. Dredge the chicken: In a shallow bowl, combine the flour with kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper. Coat each chicken breast evenly with this flour mixture and set aside.
3. Sear for flavor: Spray a sauté pan with butter-flavored vegetable cooking spray and add the whipped butter. Heat over medium-high until the butter is melted, then lightly brown the chicken breasts in batches. This step adds flavor and color without adding extra fat.
4. Slow cook the chicken: Transfer the browned chicken breasts to your slow cooker. Add the fat-free chicken broth, white cooking wine, freshly squeezed lemon juice (about ½ cup), and the drained, rinsed capers. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours until the chicken is tender and infused with the sauce flavors.
5. Make the sauce: Once the cooking is complete, use a slotted spoon to remove the chicken breasts and keep them warm. Pour the cooking liquid from the slow cooker into a saucepan. In a small bowl, whisk together the cold water with the cornstarch until smooth, then stir this mixture into the sauce. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer, cooking for approximately 10 minutes until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
6. Serve and garnish: Plate the chicken breasts and generously spoon the thickened piccata sauce over them. Garnish with fresh lemon slices and chopped fresh basil or parsley if desired for a bright, fresh finish.

Notes

• Flattening the chicken breasts helps them cook evenly and stay tender.
• Lightly searing the chicken before slow cooking intensifies the flavor and develops a nice color without adding much fat.
• If you prefer, you can substitute white cooking wine with dry white wine or additional chicken broth for different flavor profiles.
• Capers add a unique salty bite typical of piccata dishes; rinsing them reduces excess saltiness.
• The sauce thickener (cornstarch slurry) should be whisked thoroughly to avoid lumps.
• To keep the chicken warm while thickening the sauce, cover it loosely with foil or place in a warm oven set to low heat.
• This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables to soak up the flavorful sauce.

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