This INCREDIBLE Chicken Piccata Pasta comes together in under 30 minutes and is PACKED with flavor! A one pot meal everyone will enjoy!
Have you ever been to the Cheesecake Factory and tried their chicken piccata? Well, let me tell you, this classic Italian dish is so tasty (even the Americanized version)! There is so much flavor, probably 10,000 calories, but oh so worth it!
Over the last year, my hubby and I have tried to get a bit better about staying in and cooking versus going out. At first, I wasn’t sure how I would feel about it. We have a few favorite spots we love to go to, with our favorite dishes, and mama needs a break from cooking, right?! Well, truth be told, I have loved it! Yes, we still go out here and there, but it has really allowed us both to expand our cooking and try new things!
The fun is also trying copycat versions of our favorite dishes. Since my go to at Cheesecake Factory is their chicken piccata, I knew I needed to make an at home version. So, I scoured through Pinterest and although they all looked amazing, I wanted to simplify it and make it a bit more “kid friendly”. Plus, omitting the need to fry chicken is always a winner in my book. Less mess, hassle, and healthier!
Since I love a good casserole, that was my first route I had planned to try. Some sort of chicken piccata casserole. Well, then I thought, how about a one pan dish that makes cleaning up a breeze? Casserole or one pot—oh the internal debate I had between the two. Ultimately, one pan meal won, and I set out to work.
Using the basics of a few recipes I found and tweaked, this came together in no time! Not only is it PACKED with flavor, but it is a one pot meal that can be on the table in only 30 minutes! Impressive, right?! My entire family, kids included, enjoyed this! We even had leftovers for lunch the next day. Just store in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge! And if you’re having guests over, this chicken piccata recipe with pasta is definitely a dish that will impress everyone’s taste buds!
If you love one pot meals (or an easy meal in general), give this INCREDIBLE Chicken Piccata Pasta a try! It tastes like you spent all afternoon in the kitchen—and no one needs to know otherwise!
Incredible Chicken Piccata Pasta Ingredients
- Olive oil
- Chicken breast *boneless/skinless, diced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Garlic, minced
- Chicken broth
- Lemon zest or lemon slices
- Fresh lemon juice
- Spaghetti *uncooked, broken in half
- Capers
- Heavy whipping cream
Incredible Chicken Piccata Pasta Directions
- Add olive oil to your Dutch Oven (or similar sized pot if you don’t have a Dutch Oven).
- Heat oil over medium heat and add in diced chicken pieces.
- Season with salt/pepper and cook until chicken is no longer pink.
- Add in the minced garlic and allow to simmer with the cooked chicken bits for about 30 seconds, stirring consistently.
- Pour in the chicken stock broth, lemon juice, spaghetti, and capers. Turn up to medium-high heat.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium.
- Allow to simmer for about 10-13 minutes, or until pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the lemon zest and serve! Enjoy!
Alternative Ingredients
After you’ve made this great recipe the first time, you can allow yourself to get creative in the kitchen the next time you make it again. There are always different ways to switch up a recipe to better meet your personal preference!Â
- Fresh parsley is a great option if you’re a huge parsley fan!
- Parmesan cheese (hard not to love a little parmesan cheese on top of pasta)
- Garlic powder can be used if you can’t get your hands on fresh garlic
Great Side Dishes to Pair with Pasta
Add one or two of these side dishes full of delicious flavors to make a complete meal.
- Garlic Pull Apart Bread
- Parmesan Roasted Carrots
- Cheesy Zucchini Bake
- Parmesan Roasted Brussel Sprouts
- Crispy Garlic and Parmesan Green Beans
More Easy Chicken Recipes
An easy chicken dish often makes for the perfect dish on a busy weeknight. Check out these easy recipes for your next chicken dish!Â
- Tomato Basil Chicken
- One Skillet Pesto Chicken and Veggies
- Lemon Basil Chicken (if you loved the lemon chicken in this dish, check this recipe out)
- Balsamic Chicken & Veggies
Have you tried traditional chicken piccata? What do you think about this Incredible Chicken Piccata Pasta recipe? Are there changes you’d make? Let me know in the comments below! Also, don’t forget to tag me over on Instagram so I can see how it turned out!
INCREDIBLE Chicken Piccata Pasta
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb chicken breast *boneless/skinless, diced
- salt/pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 8 oz spaghetti *uncooked, broken in half
- 1/4 cup capers
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Add olive oil to your Dutch Oven (or similar sized pot if you don't have a Dutch Oven).
- Heat oil over medium and add in diced chicken.
- Season with salt/pepper and cook until chicken is no longer pink.
- Add in the minced garlic and allow to simmer for about 30 seconds, stirring consistently.
- Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, spaghetti, and capers.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium.
- Allow to simmer for about 10-13 minutes, or until pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Stir in the heavy whipping cream and cook an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the lemon zest and serve! Enjoy!
