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Lemon-Garlic Chicken Piccata over Parmesan Orzo

Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Lemon-Garlic Chicken Piccata over Parmesan Orzo

A bright, Italian-inspired chicken dish with a zesty lemon-garlic sauce, served over creamy Parmesan orzo pasta. A family-friendly weeknight meal that's easy to prepare.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp capers, drained
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. 1

    1. Pound the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap to an even 1/2-inch thickness.

  2. 2

    2. Dredge the chicken in the flour, shaking off any excess.

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