Steak Piccata Recipe

Love chicken piccata? Then you’ll fall head over heels for our Steak Piccata Recipe! Moist, tender, and juicy steak sears quickly to perfection and is smothered in a bright, buttery lemon sauce bursting with flavor. It’s elegant enough for a special occasion yet quick and easy enough for a weeknight dinner.

Reasons You Should Make This Steak Piccata

Steak Piccata is easy to prepare, and it never disappoints. Each bite of steak piccata is buttery-soft and practically melts in your mouth. Delicious! The steak always turns out tender, juicy, and very tasty. And we used a skillet to make this dish quick and easy in a few minutes.

We’ve been making steak piccata for years and just realized we haven’t shared our recipe with you.

The best part? The steak cooks in just minutes, making this irresistible dish one you’ll want to make again and again!

We’re happy to show you step by step how to make this easy recipe in ONE skillet for easy cleanup.

What kind of steak is best for Steak Piccata?

The best steak for this recipe is beef loin steak, also known as filet mignon. If you don’t see it in your meat section at the supermarket, ask the butcher to cut 2 pieces of the beef tenderloin for you.

How many servings does this Steak Piccata recipe make?

This recipe makes 1-2 servings of steak piccata. But you can easily double the ingredients to serve a family or guests at a dinner party.

Ingredients for Steak Piccata Recipe:

For our steak piccata recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

• 1/2 pound (226.8 grams) filet mignon (two small, 1-inch thick pieces)
• 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• salt and black pepper to season the steaks
• garlic powder to season the steaks
• 2 Tbsp. flour (or GF, cornstarch)
• 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter – divided
• 1/4 cup broth (beef, bone, or chicken broth)
• lemon – about 1/2 lemon, juiced
• capers – 2 tsp. and extra to taste
• freshly chopped parsley, to garnish

How to Make Steak Piccata? (Step-by-Step)

First, gather all the ingredients on the counter. For 2 filet mignon steaks, grab a 9- or 10-inch skillet and place it on the stovetop. This will bring the recipe together and have it ready to serve in less than 15 minutes.

1. Grab a cutting board, and using a sharp knife, carefully slice each filet mignon steak horizontally.

**Here’s a HELPFUL TIP: You can place the steaks in the freezer for about 10-15 minutes, then slice them horizontally.

2. Next, season each filet mignon with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.

3. Place some flour (or GF, or cornstarch) on a small plate, and flour each steak on both sides, lightly patting each side.

4. Place your 9-inch or 10-inch skillet on moderate-low heat. Add 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil. Using kitchen tongs, place each floured steak in the butter and oil and sear for 1 minute. Then flip and sear for 1 additional minute.

5. REMOVE the steaks and set them on a nearby plate. Now, make the quick lemon sauce.

6. Make the Lemon Sauce: Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Next, add the 1/4 cup of broth and toss in the capers. Bring to a low boil and stir. Add the steaks back to the skillet, and squeeze 1/2 lemon over them. Simmer the steaks for 2 minutes. Top with fresh parsley and a few more capers and serve.

7. Transfer the steaks to a serving platter, and pour all the lemon sauce on top.

Serves 1 to 2

What to serve with Steak Piccata?

Here are some delicious options to serve with our steak piccata.

• Creamy Mashed Potatoes
• Sweet Mashed Potatoes with Mascarpone
• Oven Steak Fries Restaurant-Style
• Sautéed Green Beans with Onions

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