Zesty Chicken Picatta with Lemon Herb Orzo
Prep 20 min · Cook 30 min · Serves 4 · medium

Tender chicken breasts in a bright, tangy picatta sauce served over a bed of lemony herb orzo. A light and fresh family-friendly Mediterranean meal.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice, about 2 lemons
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp capers
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup orzo
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- 1
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and dredge in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate.


