# Chicken Piccata Casserole

- Prep time: 10 min
- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Dinner
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- salt (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp capers
- 4 piece boneless skinless chicken thighs
- pepper (optional)
- onion powder (optional)
- garlic powder (optional)
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- olive oil (optional)

## Instructions

1. Add orzo, chicken broth, heavy cream, salt, lemon zest, lemon juice, and capers to the 9x13 pan and stir.
2. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder, then place on top of the orzo mixture.
3. Place butter on top, cover with foil, and bake at 375 degrees F for 40-45 minutes.
4. Uncover, stir the mixture, then top with a mix of breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese.
5. Drizzle with olive oil and return to the oven until browned and bubbly.

## Equipment

- 9x13 baking dish
- foil

## Tips

- Stir in baby spinach if you want extra greens.
- Use the broiler for the last few minutes if you want a crunchier topping.
- Garnish with extra fresh parsley, cracked pepper, lemon zest, and capers before serving.

## Source

- Original video: https://youtu.be/cp-dXHL5G5Y?si=K3RWnFq0yB4729SB
- Creator: Allrecipes
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/1e2eacb5-98a6-4e00-93f5-9f6c4252270d
- Extracted: 2026-11-05

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