Chicken Piccata Pasta: A Quick and Zesty Dinner Delight
A delightful pasta dish with a zesty lemon sauce, capers, and succulent chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
- Add lemon juice, chicken broth, and capers to the skillet, scraping up any brown bits.
- Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes until cooked through.
- Combine spaghetti with sauce and chicken, tossing to coat. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Add more capers for extra flavor.
- Pair with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken Piccata Pasta, Quick Dinner, Zesty Pasta