Its always a hit at my house.

I loved watching the chefs cook, but De Laurentiisquickly became a favorite.

I liked her approach to food and cooking, which felt casual and fun.

A split image of chicken piccata and Giada De Laurentiis

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The day she madechicken piccataI marked my notes with 10, the highest hunger score I gave.

I think you should, too!

She removes the chicken from the pan.

Overhead shot of a plate of chicken piccata

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then adds a combination of chicken stock, lemon juice, and rinsed capers.

The sauce is finished with a bit of butter before its poured over the cooked chicken.

I also love how quickly it comes togetherless than 20 minutes!

But what I love most is how flavorful and beautiful the dish is.

Its delicious withroasted potatoes, but my family enjoys it served over pasta and tossed with extra sauce.

I always serve it with a salad to round out the meal, and everyone leaves the table happy.

Tips for Making Giada’s Chicken Piccata