Name: What To Serve With Chicken Piccata
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 portion chicken piccata

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

In this article, I list 48 of the most popular side dishes for chicken piccata.

In a rush? Here’s the short answer.

The best side dishes to serve with chicken piccata are artisan bread, peperonata, arugula salad, and Hasselback potatoes. Vegetable side dish options include boiled corn on the cob, sauteed swiss chard, baked mushroom rice, and roasted spaghetti squash. For an indulgent option, try cacio e pepe.

Ready? Let’s jump right in.

Cacio e pepe

Plain pasta pairs superbly with chicken piccata, but if you want to up the ante, serve it with some cacio e pepe.

The super creamy and cheesy sauce is simply irresistible.

And you only need three ingredients – hot starchy pasta water, pecorino romano cheese, and pepper.

Why we love this recipe: it’s done in just 15 minutes, making it great for a busy night.

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Cacio e pepe
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Mac and cheese

Roasted garlic & rosemary artisan bread

The chicken piccata sauce is so good that you’ll want to get every last drop – and a slice of freshly baked bread is perfect for this job.

So why not try your hand at baking with this artisan bread?

It requires no yeast and kneading. Just mix your ingredients in one bowl, then leave it to rest for at least 12 hours.

Why we love this recipe: you get crusty bread with an airy interior and a superb garlicky, herby flavor.

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Roasted garlic and rosemary no-knead bread
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1-hour rosemary garlic dinner rolls
Go the extra mile
Herbed focaccia bread

Shaved asparagus salad

Take a break from your leafy greens and whip up this shaved asparagus salad instead.

You don’t need any fancy ingredients, just a peeler.

And a little tip, the thick asparagus stalks are easier the shave than the thinner ones.

Why we love this recipe: it’s a no-cook dish, so you don’t have to spend too much time in the kitchen.

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Green bean and tomato salad

Garlic Hasselback potatoes

These Hasselback potatoes are everything you love about roasted potatoes and chips all rolled into one dish.

They have lightly crisp exteriors and fluffy interiors, with rich, herby flavors that will contrast with your chicken piccata’s bright and zesty notes.

Why we love this recipe: it’s an unusual but tasty way to enjoy potatoes.

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Garlic parmesan Hasselback zucchini
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Cheesy potato stacks

Boiled corn on the cob

Don’t feel like firing up your oven or grill to roast some corn on the cob?

Boil them in a milk-butter bath instead. It’s a simple but effective method that infuses your corn with rich, buttery flavors in just 10 minutes.

Serve alongside your chicken piccata for a fun and easy meal.

Why we love this recipe: it’s a low-effort dish that requires basic pantry staples.

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Boiled corn on the cob
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Garlic sauteed swiss chard

Sauteed swiss chard is an excellent accompaniment to your chicken piccata for a healthy, well-balanced meal.

The normally bitter greens turn mildly sweet when sauteed, making them ideal for your acidic piccata.

Pro-tip: cook the colorful stalks first – they’re tougher and require more time to soften.

Why we like this recipe: it’s full of good-for-you vitamins and nutrients.

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Baked mushroom rice

This baked mushroom rice is an excellent starchy side for your chicken piccata.

As it cooks in the oven, the rice absorbs all the umami goodness from your mushrooms and the broth, making it super flavorful.

It’s a world away from plain white rice!

Why we love this recipe: after prep, the oven does the rest of the work for this dish.

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Peperonata

Pair your chicken piccata with this classic Italian bell pepper stew.

The vibrant peppers add a splash of color to your piccata and have a delicious sweet flavor that goes nicely with your tart and savory chicken.

Psst… if you want a little spice, add some chili peppers.

Why we love this recipe: these peppers can be served fresh from the stove, but they taste better the longer they sit together!

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Peperonata
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Roasted spaghetti squash

Want something low-carb to go with your chicken piccata?

Look no further than roasted spaghetti squash – once shredded, the squash forms noodle-like strands that have a texture akin to angel hair pasta.

Just toss your squash “noodles” with your chicken piccata for a satisfying meal, minus the guilt.

Why we love this recipe: it gives you several different methods for cooking spaghetti squash.

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Another low-carb option
Zoodles

Roasted broccoli with breadcrumbs

Got some panko bread crumbs lying around in your cupboard?

Toss them in butter and use them to jazz up your roasted broccoli – they add a delightful crunch to every bite.

The recipe calls for hollandaise sauce, but you can just drizzle your piccata sauce over the crispy florets instead.

Why we love this recipe: it transforms a normally boring veggie side.

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Stuffed baby artichokes

These stuffed artichokes will be a great addition to your Italian-themed spread.

You can stuff them with a breadcrumb mixture, but a creamy spinach filling is also great.

Pair these with your chicken piccata for a tasty, unique meal.

Psst… they’d also make a great starter.

Why we like this recipe: baby artichokes are easier to cook and eat because they’re entirely edible.

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Stuffed baby artichokes
Make it crispy
Italian fried artichoke hearts
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Tuscan artichoke salad

Bacon-wrapped asparagus

Wrapping asparagus in bacon is my new favorite way of serving these spears.

The combination of smokey bacon and lightly grassy asparagus is an excellent addition to your zesty chicken piccata.

It’s perfect for a weekend dinner party.

Why we love this recipe: these treats are roasted, but you can also grill, air fry, or make them over the stovetop.

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Bacon-wrapped asparagus
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Baked asparagus fries
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Arugula salad with pine nuts

If you want something light, you can’t go wrong with serving a classic Italian salad alongside your chicken piccata.

The fresh, peppery arugula will compliment your piccata sauce and the toasted pine nuts add a different texture.

Why we love this recipe: the dressing is made from scratch, so you know it won’t be bland.

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Brown butter mashed sweet potatoes

These mashed sweet potatoes have a rich, nutty flavor courtesy of the brown butter.

And once the tangy sauce of your chicken is mixed in, you’ve got a really delicious dinner.

Want to know a little secret? The pecans add a nice holiday touch… but I tend to skip them!

Why we love this recipe: it’s naturally sweet and filling.

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Brown butter mashed sweet potatoes
Go traditional
Garlic mashed potatoes
Make it cheesy
Cheesy mash

Lemony garlic green beans

Chicken piccata is a flavorful enough dish that you can get away with a very simple side.

But simple doesn’t have to mean boring.

These green beans are fried with garlic and red pepper flakes, and a final a spritz of lemon juice instantly elevates them.

Why we love this recipe: it’s a veggie dish you can serve on any occasion – from weeknight dinners to holiday gatherings.

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Parmesan squash and tomato bake

This squash and tomato bake is a tasty spin on decadent casserole dishes, except there’s no creamy sauce.

Instead, your veggie slices are covered in parmesan cheese and dried herbs to spruce them up.

Psst… don’t forget to drain the excess liquid when you take this out.

Why we love this recipe: it’s a vibrant and healthy dish to complete your chicken piccata meal.

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Roasted winter vegetables
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The best side dishes to serve with chicken piccata

Cacio e pepe
Roasted garlic & rosemary artisan bread
Shaved asparagus salad
Garlic Hasselback potatoes
Boiled corn on the cob
Garlic sauteed swiss chard
Baked mushroom rice
Peperonata
Roasted spaghetti squash
Roasted broccoli with breadcrumbs
Stuffed baby artichokes
Bacon-wrapped asparagus
Arugula salad with pine nuts
Brown butter mashed sweet potatoes
Lemony garlic green beans
Parmesan squash and tomato bake