Description
Enjoy a flavorful and healthy Crock Pot Lemony Chicken Piccata, featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a zesty lemon sauce with capers. This easy slow cooker recipe is perfect for a nutritious dinner that’s quick to prepare and packed with fresh citrus flavor, making it an ideal addition to your collection of healthy crockpot dinner ideas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup capers (or substitute with lemon slices for an alternative)
- 1 large lemon, juiced and zested
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
- Optionally, sear the chicken in a skillet with olive oil until golden on both sides for enhanced flavor.
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker and pour over minced garlic, lemon juice and zest, chicken broth, and capers.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Pair with vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Searing the chicken enhances flavor but is optional.
- Use fresh lemon for best taste; bottled lemon juice can be used as a substitute.
- This dish can be stored in an airtight container and reheated gently.
- For a low carb version, serve over cauliflower rice instead of pasta or bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours on low / 2-3 hours on high
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 310 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg