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Italian Lemon Chicken Piccata

Prep 20 min · Cook 30 min · Serves 5 · medium

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Italian Lemon Chicken Piccata

Tender chicken breasts in a bright, tangy lemon-caper sauce, served over a bed of fluffy orzo and roasted asparagus.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, for sautéing
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 3 tbsp capers, drained
  • 1 cup chicken broth, low-sodium
  • 2 tbsp butter, unsalted
  • 2 cups orzo, dry
  • 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest, grated
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    1. Dredge the chicken breasts in the 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. Transfer to a plate.

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