The bright flavors of lemons pairs so well with capers! This simple chicken recipe is a perfect low carb dinner!

Lemon Caper Chicken

Yield: 4 SERVINGS

Prep time: 5 MINUTES

Cook time: 20 MINUTES

Total time: 25 MINUTES

Ingredients

• 1 pound thin sliced chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon avocado oil
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons capers

Instructions

1. Season the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Heat the avocado oil in a large, heavy bottomed skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the chicken and cook through, flipping halfway through cooking, about 8 minutes.
4. Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside.
5. Add the chicken broth and butter to the skillet and bring to a boil. Let the chicken broth reduce by half, about 5 minutes.
6. Add the lemon juice and cream to the skillet and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes.
7. Add the capers to the sauce and stir to combine.
8. Return the chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce. Cook 1 more minute to rewarm the chicken.
9. Serve immediately.

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