Description
A delightful dish that harmonizes succulent chicken, bright lemons, and garlic, all tossed in a creamy pasta embrace.
Ingredients
Scale
- Spaghetti or linguine
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Begin by boiling water in a large pot. Add salt and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Once done, drain and set aside, retaining a little pasta water for the sauce.
- Melt the butter: In a large skillet, melt a generous pat of butter over medium heat until it sizzles.
- Sauté garlic: Add minced garlic to the hot butter, cooking until fragrant—just about 30 seconds. Be cautious not to burn the garlic; it can turn bitter!
- Cook the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Carefully add them to the skillet, searing until golden brown on each side, approximately 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate and keep warm.
- Deglaze with wine: Pour in white wine, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any flavorful bits stuck to the skillet. Let it simmer for a few minutes, allowing the alcohol to evaporate.
- Add capers and lemon juice: Stir in capers and the fresh lemon juice, allowing it to bubble gently for another 2-3 minutes.
- Combine everything: Toss the drained pasta in the skillet, mixing it well with the sauce, chicken, and any reserved pasta water if needed for creaminess.
- Serve warm: Plate your delicious creation and garnish with lemon slices or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Make-Ahead: Prepare the chicken and sauce a day in advance. Reheat gently on the stove before mixing with fresh pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken piccata, pasta, easy dinner, Italian recipe, weeknight meal