Meal Prep Chicken Piccata over Pasta
This Meal Prep Chicken Piccata over Pasta is a flavorful and zesty dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a bright lemon-caper sauce, served over al dente pasta. Perfect for meal prep, it stores well in the fridge for 4-5 days and is a delicious way to enjoy a classic Italian-American favorite throughout the week.
Cuisine: American
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 lemon juiced
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet.
- 3. Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze.
- 5. Add the capers and let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes. Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce, then serve over pasta with a sprinkle of chopped parsley.
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