Delicious Chicken Piccata Pasta
Savor the delightful fusion of tender chicken and zesty lemon-butter sauce in this Chicken Piccata Pasta. Enhanced with capers, garlic, and fresh herbs, this dish is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy family dinner or an elegant gathering. With its bright flavors and simple preparation, it’s sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp capers
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 4 tbsp butter
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the garlic and squeezing lemons for juice.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (8–10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown on both sides (5–7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (30 seconds), then add capers, lemon juice, chicken broth, and butter. Stir well.
- Return chicken to the skillet; simmer for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with chicken and sauce until well combined.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 495
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 98mg