
By Carol Bee Cooks
One Pan Chicken Piccata Orzo
7 steps
Prep:15minCook:45min
This recipe is a twist on chicken piccata. It combines the classic flavors of chicken piccata with orzo and the whole thing cooks in one pan.
Updated at: Sun, 05 Feb 2023 01:33:19 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
53
Low
Glycemic Load
26
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories631 kcal (32%)
Total Fat32.3 g (46%)
Carbs48 g (18%)
Sugars4.7 g (5%)
Protein33.1 g (66%)
Sodium1096.7 mg (55%)
Fiber7.5 g (27%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings

2Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
cut in half to form cutlets, pound thinner as desired

salt
to taste

pepper
to taste

1 tspGarlic Powder
or as needed to season the chicken

½ cupFlour
or more as needed to dredge the chicken

4 Tbspbutter
divided

4 Tbspolive oil
divided

1shallot
minced

3cloves garlic
minced

1 ½ cupsOrzo
uncooked

3 cupsChicken Broth
more as needed

½ cupwhite wine
dry

1lemon
juice and zest

2 TbspCapers
more to serve if desired

¼ cupfresh parsley
chopped

Parmesan
freshly grated to serve if desired
Instructions
Step 1
Season chicken on both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Dredge the chicken in flour and shake off any excess.
Step 2
Heat 2 tbsp of butter and 2 tbsp of olive oil in a large high-rimmed sauté pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Work in batches, cooking the chicken for 3 minutes a side until cooked through and golden. Remove the first batch of chicken and melt the remaining 2 tbsp of butter and 2 tbsp of olive oil. Add the second batch of chicken and cook for 3 minutes a side. Remove to a plate or wire rack.
Step 3
In the same pan, lower the heat to medium and add the shallot. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring often. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring continuously. Add the uncooked orzo and toast for another minute, stirring often.
Step 4
Pour in the wine to deglaze the pan. Scrape the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to remove the bits sticking to the bottom.
Step 5
Pour in the chicken broth and add the juice of half a lemon. Bring to a boil then lower the heat to simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until the orzo is cooked through and most of the liquid is absorbed. Add more broth as needed to cook the orzo.
Step 6
Once the orzo is cooked, add the zest of 1 lemon and capers. Stir to combine.
Step 7
Evenly divide the orzo and chicken to serve. Top with the fresh parsley and additional capers, remaining lemon juice, and parmesan as desired.
View on Carol Bee Cooks
↑Support creators by visiting their site 😊
Notes
2 liked
0 disliked
Easy
Go-to
Moist
Kid-friendly
Makes leftovers
There are no notes yet. Be the first to share your experience!