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Chicken Piccata Pasta

Delicious Chicken Piccata Pasta for Quick Weeknight Dinners

This Chicken Piccata Pasta combines tender chicken, zesty lemon, and delightful bow tie pasta for a quick weeknight meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Bow Tie Pasta (Farfalle) any short pasta can be swapped
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs thighs add moisture
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour use gluten-free flour for alternatives
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter substitute ghee for dairy-free
  • 1 tablespoon Extra-Virgin Olive Oil neutral oils work too
  • 1 medium Shallot regular onions can be used
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves use fresh garlic for best flavor
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock homemade is best
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice freshly squeezed preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Drained Capers green olives can be substituted
  • 2 tablespoons Roughly Chopped Parsley optional garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cutting board
  • chef's knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Chicken Piccata Pasta
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the bow tie pasta and cook for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Cut chicken into ½-inch chunks, season with salt and pepper, and coat in flour, shaking off excess.
  3. Sauté the Chicken: In a skillet, heat butter and olive oil. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add Aromatics: In the same skillet, add chopped shallot and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until shallots are translucent.
  5. Make the Sauce: Pour in chicken stock, scrape up brown bits, and simmer to reduce for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Combine Ingredients: Turn heat to low, add remaining butter, lemon juice, and capers. Stir in the sautéed chicken.
  7. Toss to Combine: Add cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything gently. Add reserved pasta water for a saucier consistency as desired.
  8. Serve: Plate pasta and garnish with parsley and black pepper. Add lemon zest for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Reheat with chicken stock or reserved pasta water to revive the sauce.

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