Makes 4 servings – 1 cutlet per serving & 1/2 cup orzo.
Recipe adapted from Cooking Light Magazine. Ingredients 1 cup uncooked whole-wheat orzo 3 tablespoons lemon juice, divided 2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1/2 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 4 (4-oz.) chicken breast cutlets 1/4 cup finely chopped shallot 2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic 8 thin lemon slices, seeds removed 1 tablespoon capers, drained 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Nutritional Information Calories: 459 Total fat: 15g Cholesterol: 151mg Sodium: 439mg Total Carbs: 45g Dietary Fiber: 8g Protein: 33g |
Directions
- Cook orzo according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain. Spread orzo on a baking sheet; cool 10 minutes.
- Place orzo in a bowl; add 1 tablespoon juice, 1 1/2 tablespoons oil, parsley, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, stirring to combine.
- Place flour in a shallow dish. Sprinkle chicken with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Dredge chicken in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add chicken to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until done. Place chicken on a platter (do not wipe out pan).
- Add shallot and garlic to pan; cook2 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in remaining 2 tablespoons juice and lemon slices, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Reduce heat to low; add capers and butter, stirring until butter melts.
- Spoon lemon mixture over chicken. Serve with orzo.