Chicken Piccata Pasta: A Quick and Zesty Weeknight Delight
Enjoy this quick and zesty Chicken Piccata Pasta for a delightful weeknight meal that tantalizes your taste buds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 1/4 cup capers, drained
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add sliced chicken and cook until browned on both sides.
- Stir in capers, lemon juice, and chicken broth, simmering for a few minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta and toss to combine.
- Garnish with parsley and season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add grated Parmesan cheese on top when serving.
- Let the dish sit for a few minutes after cooking to let all the flavors meld together.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken Piccata Pasta, quick dinner, weeknight meals, zesty recipes