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This mini crock pot chicken piccata is an easy one-pot meal made with tender chicken, a zesty lemon-caper sauce, and simple ingredients. It’s a lighter take on the classic Italian dish that’s perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner.
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“I made this and it was awesome!…”
– Tillia
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy & Hands-Free: A true set-it-and-forget-it meal. No dredging or pan-frying, just simple slow cooker cooking.
- Tender & Flavorful: Juicy chicken cooks in a zesty lemon-caper sauce for classic Italian flavor.
- Lightened Up: Lower in carbs and calories than traditional stovetop Chicken Piccata while still rich in taste.
- One-Pot Meal: The slow cooker makes cleanup quick and easy, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Single Serving: Perfectly portioned for one so you can enjoy a homemade Chicken Piccata without leftovers.
What I love most about this mini slow cooker chicken piccata is how such simple ingredients come together to create something so special. The chicken becomes tender as it simmers in a bright lemon-caper sauce that fills the kitchen with the aroma of a classic Italian dish.
It’s the kind of meal I look forward to at the end of the day, comforting yet light, and always satisfying.
Looking for more mini slow cooker chicken recipes for one? Try our mini crock pot Italian chicken for one, mini slow cooker sesame chicken, and mini crock pot white chicken chili for one.
Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this classic slow cooker chicken piccata recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder.
- Chicken: 1 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless breast or thigh. Thighs are juicier with richer flavor; breasts are leaner. Extra chicken can be used in jerk chicken for one, chicken marsala for one, or chicken Parmesan for one.
- Broth: Low-sodium broth is best for controlling salt while adding flavor. If using regular broth, reduce added salt. Use leftover broth in slow cooker chicken burrito bowl or chicken stew for one.
- Capers: Briny and tangy, they add a lemony pop. Use extras in a fresh tomato salad. Chopped green olives can be substituted if needed.
See recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Recipe Variations
Try these simple ways to change up your small slow cooker chicken piccata:
- Vegetable-Loaded: Add bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach for extra color and nutrition.
- Herb-Infused: Fresh thyme, rosemary, or basil bring more aroma and flavor.
- Spicy Chicken Piccata: Stir in red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños for a touch of heat.
- Creamy Chicken Piccata: Mix in a little cream or Greek yogurt at the end for a richer sauce.
- Wine-Enhanced: Add a splash of dry white wine to the sauce for extra depth and brightness.
How To Make Mini Slow Cooker Chicken Piccata
See the recipe card below for ingredient amounts.
- Prep the Slow Cooker: Place thinly sliced onions in the bottom of a 1.5-quart slow cooker.
- Add the Chicken: Lay a 6-ounce chicken breast or thigh on top of the onions.
- Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Pour over the chicken.
- Add Capers: Sprinkle capers on top.
- Cook: Cover and cook on Low for 4 hours or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Serve: Spoon the lemon-caper sauce over the chicken and enjoy as-is or serve with buttered noodles, rice pilaf for one, or baked white rice.
Expert Tips
- Adjust Seasoning at the End: Taste the sauce before serving and add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed for balance.
- Thicken the Sauce: If you prefer a thicker lemon-caper sauce, stir in a cornstarch slurry (1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 teaspoon water) during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Don’t Overcook: Even in a slow cooker, chicken breasts can dry out if cooked too long. Check for doneness at 4 hours on low.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not recommended for food safety reasons. Always thaw chicken before adding it to the slow cooker so it cooks evenly.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.
A 1.5-quart slow cooker is ideal for a single serving. If using a larger slow cooker, keep the chicken closer together to prevent it from drying out.
Certainly. Add vegetables like carrots or zucchini for a more balanced meal.
Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder or you might like to consider using them in any of these single serving and small batch recipes:
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Mini Slow Cooker Chicken Piccata For One
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¼ of a small onion -thinly sliced (about 3 ounces)
- 1 (6-ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast or thigh
- ¾ cup low sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ⅛ cup capers -drained
Instructions
- Place thinly sliced onions in the bottom of a 1.5-quart slow cooker.
- Lay the chicken on top of the onions.
- In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Pour over the chicken.
- Sprinkle capers on top.
- Cover and cook on Low for 4 hours or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Spoon the lemon-caper sauce over the chicken and enjoy as-is or serve with pasta, rice, or a salad.
Notes
- Adjust Seasoning at the End: Taste the sauce before serving and add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed for balance.
- Thicken the Sauce: If you prefer a thicker lemon-caper sauce, stir in a cornstarch slurry (1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 teaspoon water) during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Don’t Overcook: Even in a slow cooker, chicken breasts can dry out if cooked too long. Check for doneness at 4 hours on low.
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
This recipe has potential but I need to tweak it to my liking. The chicken is flavourful but the sauce is sour and soupy, the capers ended up mushy. I thickened the sauce in a saucepan with some flour and it went well over rice. Next time: less lemon juice, add the capers at the end of cooking, finish the sauce with a little flour and it should be perfect !
I agree that the sauce is the best part of this dish. A perfect blend of flavors. Mine also cooked in 2 1/2 hours. Wonderful to find something so easy that tastes so good.
I used two chicken thighs which each weighed just under 4 ounces each and allowed 3 hours for cooking and the flavour was great though a little dry so for my slow cooker maybe 2 1/2 hours and for a low carb meal served over zoodles for a very enjoyable dinner, made for What’s On The Menu tag game at FF&F.
I made this and it was awesome! I used 2 bone in breasts. It was moist, flavorful and so easy!
Thank you so much for the tip on adapting a large slow cooker for one! I’ve been trying to figure out how to adapt many of my favorite crock pot recipes now that I’m cooking for only myself.
I came for the delicious looking recipe and left with a great tip that I will use often.
This looks amazing! I struggle to cook just for myself, so I am super excited about making this dish!
The way you use a dish inside the slow cooker is a brilliant idea! Especially when cooking for one person.
I have never used a slow cooker with a dish inside before. I love how easy you made this sound to try!
I’ve been putting off making piccata forever because of the work but this slow cooker version?! Jackpot! So so awesome!