Unbelievably Easy Crockpot Chicken Piccata: A Weeknight Hero (Print Version)
How to make Effortless Crockpot Chicken Piccata with tender chicken, tangy capers, and bright lemon that's perfect for busy weeknights.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 4 Hours minutes
Total Time: 24 minutes
Servings: 6-8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Dietary: High-Protein
# Ingredients:
→ The Heart of the Piccata
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2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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2 large fresh lemons
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1/4 cup capers, drained
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1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
→ Aromatic & Flavor Enhancers
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 shallots, finely minced
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1/2 cup dry white wine
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2 tbsp cornstarch
→ Seasoning Essentials
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1 tsp Kosher salt
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1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Freshness & Garnish
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
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1 lemon, thinly sliced (for garnish)
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
Slice lemons, mince garlic and shallots. Cut chicken into uniform pieces if large, ensuring even cooking for your Effortless Crockpot Chicken Piccata. This simple prep makes everything else a breeze.
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Place chicken in the slow cooker. Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, wine, minced garlic, shallots, capers, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine everything well. This forms the flavorful base for your piccata.
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Cover your slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easily shredded with a fork. Resist peeking too often to maintain heat. Your Effortless Crockpot Chicken Piccata is almost ready!
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Once chicken is cooked, remove it and shred or cube. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry. Stir this into the hot liquid in the slow cooker along with the butter.
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Turn the slow cooker to HIGH (or simmer on stovetop). Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. It should coat the back of a spoon. This creates a luxurious piccata sauce.
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Return the shredded chicken to the thickened sauce in the slow cooker. Stir to coat the chicken thoroughly. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Your delicious Effortless Crockpot Chicken Piccata is nearly complete.
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Garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley and thin lemon slices. Optionally, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve your warm, comforting chicken piccata over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread. Enjoy!
# Notes:
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Don't lift the lid often; heat loss impacts moisture and tenderness, leading to dry chicken.
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Store leftover piccata in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
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Chicken broth can substitute dry white wine, adding a splash of white wine vinegar for tang.
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Serve warm over pasta, rice, or creamy mashed potatoes, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon.
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Brown butter first for a richer, nutty depth in your piccata sauce, enhancing overall flavor.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Slow cooker
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knife
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cutting board
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measuring cups
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measuring spoons
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small bowl
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whisk
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stirring spoon
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fork
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airtight container
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serving spoon
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 270
Total Fat: 12g
Total Carbohydrate: 3g
Protein: 28g