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Flavorful Lemon Artichoke Chicken with Capers

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A bright, tangy chicken dish featuring lemon, artichoke hearts, and briny capers, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual dinner parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 (14-ounce) can or jar artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
  • 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed if salted
  • 1 large lemon, zest and juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Small handful fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and dried oregano. Let rest for about 5 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking (about 1-2 minutes).
  3. Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes until golden and releasing easily from the pan. Flip and cook another 4-5 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove chicken and set aside on a warm plate.
  4. Lower heat to medium-low. Add minced garlic to the pan and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  5. Add drained artichoke hearts and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring gently, until warmed through and lightly golden.
  6. Stir in rinsed capers, lemon zest, lemon juice, and chicken broth. Scrape browned bits from the pan bottom with a wooden spoon.
  7. Simmer sauce gently for 4-5 minutes until slightly reduced and thickened. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Return chicken breasts to the pan, nestling them into the sauce. Spoon some artichoke-lemon mixture over the top and warm together for 2 minutes.
  9. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish and serve immediately, spooning extra sauce over the chicken.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before cooking to ensure a golden crust. Rinse capers to reduce saltiness. Add lemon juice gradually to avoid overpowering acidity. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking chicken. If skillet is not non-stick, add extra olive oil and monitor heat carefully.

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Keywords: lemon chicken, artichoke chicken, capers, quick dinner, easy chicken recipe, weeknight meal, gluten-free, dairy-free

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