Meal with the "Wow" Factor

It was an absolutely gorgeous day today in NC.

It began with rain, 

but then ...

clear skies,

sunshine,

and warm temps.

I opened the house completely and aired the trailer out.

I washed a car.

I walked with a friend.

Just a beautiful day.

Hard to believe that they are predicting freezing rain and snow again

for the coming weekend.

The menu plan presented many delights last week.

We were pleasantly surprised by the Turkey Sweet Potato Chili,

but it was the Chicken Piccata that had the real "Wow" factor.

We enjoy the splurge of the capers - delicious!

I cooked brussels sprouts for the first time this week

and lima beans for the second time (they are becoming a favorite).

Chicken Piccata

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts

1/4 c cornstarch

4 Tbsp butter, divided

2 Tbsp olive oil

1/4 c chicken broth

Juice of 2 lemons

1/4 c capers, rinsed

2 Tbsp chopped parsley

Season chicken with salt and pepper.

Dredge chicken in cornstarch.

Melt 2 Tbsp of butter and oil in skillet over med-high heat.

Add chicken; cook until browned. (about 3 min per side) 

Remove chicken.

Add broth, juice, and capers to same pan.

Bring to boil.

Return chicken to skillet, simmer until cooked through (about 5 more minutes).

Transfer chicken to plate.

Whisk 2 Tbsp butter into sauce and heat.

Pour sauce over chicken.

This weeks menu plan:

Monday: Pork Fried Rice

Tuesday: Coriander Crusted Salmon

Wednesday: Cheesy Stuffed Potatoes

Thursday: Cabbage Rolls

Friday: Skillet Flank Steak