Zesty Lemon Chicken Piccata with Garlic-Herb Orzo
Prep 20 min · Cook 30 min · Serves 4 · medium

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. Dredge the chicken breasts 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. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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