Lemony Pork Piccata

Lemony Pork Piccata
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    45 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    63

Experience the delicate dance of flavors with this Lemony Pork Piccata. Tender pork cutlets bathed in a vibrant, buttery sauce infused with lemon and capers—a symphony of savory and bright notes that will elevate your weeknight dinner.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    14 g
  • Cholesterol
    82 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    26 g
  • Saturated Fat
    8 g
  • Sodium
    185 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    16 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). (5 minutes)

02

Step

Place pork chops between two sheets of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, pound the pork chops to an even 1/4-inch thickness. This ensures even cooking and tenderizes the meat. (10 minutes)

03

Step

In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge each pork chop in the flour mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour. (5 minutes)

04

Step

In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add shallots and cook until softened and fragrant. Add pork chops in a single layer (work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan). Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and nearly cooked through. (15 minutes)

05

Step

Transfer pork chops to a baking dish and tent loosely with aluminum foil. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness. (25 minutes)

06

Step

While the pork chops are baking, return the skillet to medium heat. Pour in the white wine and chicken stock. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Reduce heat and continue to simmer until the sauce has reduced by half, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the fresh lemon juice. (10 minutes)

07

Step

Remove pork chops from the oven. Drizzle the lemon-butter sauce over the pork chops. Garnish with fresh parsley, lemon zest, and capers. Serve immediately. (5 minutes)

For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the flour mixture for a subtle kick.
If you don't have shallots, you can substitute with finely chopped yellow onion.
Serve this dish with a side of mashed potatoes, rice pilaf, or a simple green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Darron Rath

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 21 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
  • Meghan Schneider

    This recipe was so easy to follow, and the pork chops were incredibly tender! The sauce was perfectly lemony and bright.

  • Cesar Parisian

    This is now a family favorite. Quick, easy, and delicious!

  • Emmie Halvorson

    I made this for a dinner party, and everyone raved about it! The piccata sauce is simply divine.

  • Jamil Ondricka

    The shallots really add a lovely flavor to the sauce. I wouldn't skip them!

  • Adele Gerlach

    I substituted gluten-free flour, and it worked perfectly. Thank you for a great recipe!

  • Nella Paucek

    The tips were helpful, especially the one about not overcooking the pork. Mine turned out perfect!

  • Anais Nitzsche

    I added a little extra lemon juice, and it was exactly what I wanted. A definite keeper!

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