Creamy Grilled Chicken Piccata Recipe

Name: Creamy Grilled Chicken Piccata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon lemon, juice of; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon basil or 1/2 teaspoon oregano; 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 2 cups dry penne pasta; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons lemons, juice of; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1/2 cup half-and-half (or heavy cream); 2 teaspoons dried basil; 2 tablespoons capers; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon lemon, juice of
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon basil or 1/2 teaspoon oregano
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups dry penne pasta
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons lemons, juice of
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 cup half-and-half (or heavy cream)
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 tablespoons capers
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

1
Combine first 6 ingredients and mix well. Place chicken in a ziplock bag and pour marinade over chicken. Marinate overnight in the refrigerator.
2
When ready, grill chicken until done. Allow chicken to rest for a few minutes and then slice into strips to serve over pasta.
3
While chicken is grilling. Cook pasta according to directions (10-12 minutes).
4
Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain.
5
In same sauce pan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in garlic and lemon juice. Pour in half and half and whisk until hot. Add some salt and pepper to taste. Add the parmesan cheese, basil and capers, and heat until cheese is melted. Check the consistency of the sauce and add some of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if necessary.
6
Toss in pasta.
7
Serve in pasta bowls with grilled chicken on top. Sprinkle with more parmesan if desired.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon lemon, juice of, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Creamy Grilled Chicken Piccata falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Creamy Grilled Chicken Piccata

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