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Zesty Lemon Chicken Piccata with Garlic-Herb Orzo

Prep 20 min · Cook 30 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Zesty Lemon Chicken Piccata with Garlic-Herb Orzo

Tender chicken breasts in a bright, tangy lemon-caper sauce served over a bed of flavorful garlic-herb orzo for a Mediterranean-inspired family dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 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
  • 2 tbsp capers, drained
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

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

  2. 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. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

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