Slow Cooker Chicken Piccata Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes

This Slow Cooker Chicken Piccata Recipe is a simple and delicious way to enjoy a classic Italian dish. Utilizing a Crockpot, the chicken becomes tender and infused with flavors of lemon, capers, and herbs, making it a perfect meal for busy days.

The recipe is easy to follow and requires minimal preparation, allowing you to set it and forget it while the slow cooker does the work.

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Piccata

This dish features chicken breasts cooked slowly in a zesty lemon sauce with capers, resulting in a flavorful and comforting meal. The recipe takes about 6 hours in the slow cooker and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup all-purpose flour for dredging
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons capers, drained
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Prep the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge them in flour, shaking off the excess.
Sear the Chicken: In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Combine Ingredients: Transfer the seared chicken to the slow cooker. In a bowl, mix together the chicken broth, lemon juice, capers, and minced garlic, then pour over the chicken.

Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Serve: Once done, garnish with chopped parsley and serve the chicken with the sauce over pasta or rice.