While most wine drinkers may be thinking of enjoying bold reds during the winter months, we encourage you to consider cool, crisp wines instead. Put those big reds aside and check out this dry Riesling and food pairing that is perfect for winter.


Chicken Piccata

Chicken Piccata derives much of its flavor from the acidic lemon juice and briny capers used in its preparation. Riesling’s clean flavours won’t overwhelm the simple flavours from the chicken and the sauce.


Level: Easy
Total: 40 min
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings


Ingredients:

  • 2 skinless and boneless chicken breasts, butterflied and then cut in half
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • All-purpose flour, for dredging
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 1/4 cup brined capers, rinsed
  • 1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions:

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge chicken in flour and shake off excess.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 3 tablespoons olive oil. When butter and oil start to sizzle, add 2 pieces of chicken and cook for 3 minutes. When chicken is browned, flip and cook the other side for 3 minutes. Remove and transfer to plate. Melt 2 more tablespoons butter and add another 2 tablespoons olive oil. When butter and oil start to sizzle, add the other 2 pieces of chicken and brown both sides in the same manner. Remove pan from heat and add chicken to the plate.
  3. Into the pan add the lemon juice, stock and capers. Return to stove and bring to boil, scraping up brown bits from the pan for extra flavor. Check for seasoning. Return all the chicken to the pan and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove chicken to platter. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to sauce and whisk vigorously. Pour sauce over chicken and garnish with parsley.

SERVE WITH OUR MONTE CREEK RANCH RIESLING & ENJOY!