Zesty Lemon Chicken Piccata
Prep 20 min · Cook 30 min · Serves 4 · medium

Tender, juicy lemon-garlic chicken breasts with a bright, tangy piccata sauce, served over a bed of fluffy orzo. A family-friendly Mediterranean-inspired dinner that's easy enough for weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice, plus zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp capers, drained
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- 1
1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- 2
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 and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.


