Name: What To Serve With Caprese Chicken
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 potion caprese chicken

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If you’re wondering what to serve with your caprese chicken, you’ve come to the right place.

In this article, I list 15 of the most popular side dishes for caprese chicken.

In a rush? Here’s the short answer.

The best dishes to serve with caprese chicken are garlic bread, pasta pomodoro, sauteed spinach, zucchini carpaccio, and lemon rice. For more green options, try arugula salad or lemony asparagus. For fun and tasty options, give cacio e pepe spaghetti squash or polenta spinach bake a try.

Ready? Let’s jump right in.

Lemon rice

Looking to give your plain white rice a flavor upgrade?

It’s as easy as adding grated lemon zest and a spritz of lemon juice!

The citrusy notes will balance out the richness of your cheesy caprese chicken, and it couldn’t be easier to make.

This lemon rice is guaranteed to be a mainstay in your weekly meal rotation.

Smashed broccoli

There’s nothing like a simple veggie dish to complete a weeknight meal.

But instead of going for the predictable steamed broccoli, try some smashed broccoli instead.

The slightly charred edges bring some smokiness, and the balsamic glaze ties the broccoli to the caprese chicken.

Check out eating well for the full recipe.

Zucchini carpaccio salad

Keep your dinner exciting by serving a zucchini carpaccio salad on the side.

This salad is bright, light and refreshing – not to mention really unique.

I bet none of your guests will have had it before!

It’s the perfect side option for a late summer evening, or you could serve it as a quick starter before your chicken main.

You could also add summer squash.

Garlic bread

Garlic bread is always going to be a crowd pleaser.

And the combination of garlic, cheese, and tomato is a classic!

You could take the extra step and add your favorite cheese on top, but I like to keep it simple when serving it with caprese chicken.

Sometimes I do add a sprinkle of chili flakes for a kick of heat.

Cacio e pepe spaghetti squash

Enjoy the classic flavors of cacio e pepe guilt-free with the help of spaghetti squash.

Spaghetti squash’s texture will remind you of angel hair pasta, and it soaks up all the cheesy flavors of the sauce wonderfully.

All this cacio e pepe spaghetti squash needs is a protein like caprese chicken to complete the meal.

Cucumber quinoa salad

This quinoa salad is an excellent dish to serve with your caprese chicken.

The roasted tomatoes from your chicken with the fresh, zesty cucumbers and onions will remind you of being in the Mediterranean.

Plus, the combination of melted mozzarella and salty feta is just exquisite.

Try this healthy, filling salad with Gimme Some Oven’s easy-to-follow recipe.

Psst… make enough for lunch the next day!

Arugula salad

This arugula salad may look simple, but don’t dismiss it – it’s brimming with fresh and natural flavors.

The arugula has a peppery taste offset by the salty parmesan and the zesty lemon vinaigrette, giving you a perfect balance of flavors in every bite.

And the acidic lemon will cut through the rich cheesy topping on your chicken.

Give it a try with Garnish With Lemon’s arugula salad recipe.

Italian polenta and spinach bake

Want to pair your caprese chicken with a carb, but not interested in pasta?

This polenta bake is what you’re looking for.

It’s got a layer of creamy spinach sandwiched between two layers of soft and fluffy polenta.

Add some sweet tomatoes and sharp balsamic glaze from the chicken, and you have a match made in heaven.

Roasted Asparagus with lemon

These roasted asparagus are easy enough to be an everyday side, while also being elegant enough to serve at a fancy dinner.

The earthy flavors mesh well with the sweeter flavors of the caprese chicken, and they have a nice crunchy texture.

Check out how Natasha makes this side dish so flavorful.

Pasta Pomodoro

Pasta pomodoro is a simple dish that you can make even better with a few slices of caprese chicken on top.

The melty mozzarella will drip into the pasta, and you get lots more tomato-y goodness!

And the best part?
Pasta pomodoro only takes 20 minutes to make, so it’s great when you’re in a rush.

Pea Risotto

Elevate your caprese chicken into a restaurant-worthy meal with the help of this risotto.

This dish uses a pea puree to give the risotto a gorgeous green hue, and the addition of mascarpone cheese means it’s super creamy.

The garnishes of lemon juice, mint add some zing and keep things light.

Serve your caprese chicken over a plate of pea risotto with a glass of Chardonnay on the side.

Garlic mushrooms and cauliflower skillet

Looking for a low-carb dish to pair with caprese chicken?

Try this mushroom and cauliflower skillet.

It’s a simple dish featuring sauteed mushrooms and cauliflower, coated in an herby, garlicky butter sauce.

The mushrooms and cauliflower absorb all the sauce, filling them with flavor and keeping them moist.

Want to try this? Head to Eat Well 101 for the full recipe.

Garlic mashed potatoes

No one can beat a soft, smooth, and garlicky mash.

This recipe from Salt and Lavender is one of my go-to’s. You should try it.

For a low-carb alternative, give mashed cauliflower a shot (but make sure to roast them not boil them for the best results).

Orzo with tomato and zucchini

This quick pasta dish is simple enough that it won’t outshine your caprese chicken, yet it’s impressive enough to attract a few compliments.

And you only need 4 ingredients (plus some seasoning) and 15 minutes to get it on the table – so what are you waiting for?

Check out the full recipe here.

Sauteed spinach

Sauteed spinach is my go-to side when I can’t think of anything else.

It’s healthy, flavorful and super quick to prepare – but it doesn’t have to be boring.

The caramelized onions in this 9-minute recipe give the dish a much deeper flavor.

Prop a caprese chicken breast on top of the spinach for a light dinner.

The best side dishes for carpese chicken

Lemon rice
Smashed broccoli
Zucchini carpaccio salad
Garlic bread
Cacio e pepe spaghetti squash
Cucumber quinoa salad
Arugula salad
Italian polenta and spinach bake
Roasted Asparagus with lemon
Pasta Pomodoro
Pea Risotto
Garlic mushrooms and cauliflower skillet
Garlic mashed potatoes
Orzo with tomato and zucchini
Sauteed spinach