Indulge your taste buds while keeping your grocery budget in check with this delicious and affordable pasta dish! Chicken piccata is a timeless Italian entrée that combines tender chicken breasts—an economical protein choice—with a handful of simple yet flavorful ingredients. The dish typically features a zesty lemon sauce, briny capers, and fresh parsley, elevating the taste without breaking the bank. With many of these essentials likely already stocked in your pantry, this recipe makes it easy to whip up a satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this crowd-pleaser will leave your family happy and full, proving that feeding your loved ones deliciously can be both easy and budget-friendly!
Ingredients
- 2 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast (cut into ½-inch chunks)
- ½ tsp of Salt
- 1 tbsp of Olive Oil
- 4 Cups of Water
- ½ (16 oz) box of Classic Spaghetti
- ¼ Cup Capers (drained)
- 2 tbsp of Lemon Juice
- 3 cloves of Nature’s Promise® Garlic (minced)
- ½ Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- Grated Parmesan Cheese (for serving)
- 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (chopped)
Steps
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Season with the salt. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook the chicken, stirring occasionally until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Combine the water, pasta, capers, lemon juice and garlic in the same pot over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring frequently until the pasta is almost tender, about 8 minutes.
- Add the cream and cooked chicken, and cook until the pasta is tender and a thick sauce forms, about 2-3 minutes. Top with the Parmesan and parsley. Serve and enjoy.