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Zesty Italian Chicken Piccata Bowls

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

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Zesty Italian Chicken Piccata Bowls

A family-friendly take on the classic chicken piccata, served over a bed of lemony quinoa and roasted vegetables for a balanced, globally-inspired meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
  • 1 cup quinoa, uncooked
  • 2 cups broccoli florets, fresh or frozen
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp capers
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss the broccoli and tomatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes, until tender.

  2. 2

    2. Meanwhile, cook the quinoa according to package instructions, using the chicken broth instead of water. Fluff with a fork and stir in the lemon juice.

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