Lemon Caper Sauce For Chicken Or Fish Recipe

Transform your weeknight meal with this vibrant and zesty lemon caper sauce! Ready in minutes, this simple recipe adds a burst of fresh flavor to chicken, fish, and seafood. Perfect for a quick dinner or an impressive gourmet touch.

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 3 mins
Calories 35.9 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.6 (18 Reviews)
Lemon Caper Sauce For Chicken Or Fish

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Caper Sauce For Chicken Or Fish

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How to Make Lemon Caper Sauce For Chicken Or Fish

  1. Mince 2 cloves of garlic. In a small skillet, combine 1/2 cup chicken broth (or fish stock) and the minced garlic. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  2. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1-2 minutes, or until the garlic is fragrant and tender.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of capers (drained).
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of cold butter until melted and smooth.
  5. Stir in 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley just before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

9g

Carbs

0g