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Zesty Lemon Chicken Picatta with Parmesan Garlic Orzo

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

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Zesty Lemon Chicken Picatta with Parmesan Garlic Orzo

Tender lemon-garlic chicken breast with a bright, tangy picatta sauce served over a bed of creamy Parmesan garlic orzo. A family-friendly Italian feast with approachable flavors!

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp capers
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

  2. 2

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

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