Italian Chicken Piccata with Lemon Herb Orzo
Prep 15 min · Cook 30 min · Serves 4 · medium

Tender chicken breasts sautéed in a bright, tangy piccata sauce, served over a bed of lemon-infused orzo for a quick and flavorful Italian-inspired dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup orzo
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1
1. Dredge the chicken breasts in flour, shaking off any excess.
- 2
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
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