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Italian Chicken Piccata with Lemon Herb Orzo

Prep 15 min · Cook 30 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Italian Chicken Piccata with Lemon Herb Orzo

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

    1. Dredge the chicken breasts in flour, shaking off any excess.

  2. 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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