14 Delicious Side Dishes to Serve with Italian Chicken

You’ve come to the correct spot if you’re wondering what to serve with your Italian chicken.

In this essay, I’ll discuss 14 of the most popular Italian chicken side dishes.

In a rush? Heres the short answer.

Pesto rigatoni, roasted asparagus and tomatoes, potato wedges, green salad, and mushroom risotto are the greatest side dishes to offer with Italian chicken. For novel but wonderful side dishes, try broccoli casserole, smokey creamed kale, or orzo stuffed peppers.

Ready? Lets jump right in.

Pesto rigatoni

A creamy, pesto-covered pasta is usually great, but a sprinkling of chili garlic breadcrumbs takes this meal to the next level.

It gives the spaghetti a crisp, somewhat spicy bite.

The addition of sliced Italian chicken to the dish is the icing on the cake!

Check out the recipe here.

Psst, any kind of pasta will do, but rigatoni is preferable if available.

Roasted asparagus and tomatoes

Looking for something light and nutritious to go with your Italian chicken?

Take a look at these grilled asparagus and tomatoes.

Both veggies are rich in vitamins and minerals, and they are also delicious. The tomatoes are sweet and luscious, whilst the asparagus is earthier in flavor.

Plus, there is almost no hands-on cooking time; just prepare your veggies and let your oven handle the rest.

Garlic parmesan potato wedges

You can’t go wrong with fries with your Italian chicken.

But if you want to spice things up, try these potato wedges instead.

They’re simpler to create and provide more fluffy potato bliss.

To make it more Italian, season your wedges with a simple yet wonderful garlic parmesan combo.

I wouldn’t blame you if you ate the whole batch of baked garlic parmesan potato wedges.

Italian green salad 

This Italian-style green salad has fresh lettuce, cucumbers, sunflower seeds, mozzarella, and (surprise!) pepperoni pieces.

The salty pepperoni gives a meaty aspect that complements the chicken well.

When you’re in a hurry or it’s too hot to cook, this Italian green salad is ideal.

Mushroom risotto 

Risotto is a beautiful, creamy meal that would be at home in a fancy restaurant but is also quite simple to cook.

Mushroom risotto is a classic (use a variety of mushrooms for the finest taste), but I also prefer lemon and parmesan risotto and zucchini risotto.

Serve your mushroom risotto with a generous portion of Italian chicken and a nice glass of Chardonnay.

Broccoli cheese casserole

Want to experience the comforting deliciousness of mac & cheese without the additional carbs?

Instead, try this keto-friendly broccoli casserole.

Cooked broccoli florets are slathered in a familiar (and extremely cheesy) sauce in this meal. It’s a terrific approach to persuade veggie skeptics to try something green.

And it tastes much better with the addition of some protein in the shape of Italian chicken.

Smokey creamed kale

This creamed kale is a great vegetable side dish for your Italian chicken, particularly around the holidays.

This meal substitutes kale for spinach, but dare I suggest it’s really better?

The sharpness of the kale balances out the creamy sauce for a nicely balanced taste.

The smoked paprika in the cream sauce gives another taste dimension.

Want a taste?

Check out Faith Durand’s recipe for smokey creamed kale.

Mashed cauliflower

Classic creamy mashed potatoes would complement the Italian chicken well.

But if you’ve never had mashed cauliflower before, I highly suggest it!

What’s the secret to a flawlessly creamy and tasty mash?

Roasting the cauliflower florets first caramelizes the natural sugars in the cauliflower and pulls out the moisture, preventing the mash from becoming watery.

Try it with the creamy mashed cauliflower dish from The Dinner Bell.

Baked polenta fries

Want to try something new with your polenta?

Turn it into crispy fries!

The fries bake for 40 minutes, but the wait is well worth it when you taste these crispy, golden delicacies with a soft, creamy center.

Serve the baked polenta fries with the Italian chicken and plenty of marinara sauce for dipping.

Ratatouille

With some French ratatouille, you may add a little fusion to your dish.

It may not seem to be particularly elegant, but it more than makes up for it in taste.

The warm flavors from the tomatoes will contrast wonderfully with your colorful chicken.

This ratatouille is a delicious one-pot marvel (which means less cleaning!)

Lemon arugula couscous salad

Do you like the tastes of spring? This couscous salad is designed just for you.

It’s packed with fresh herbs, cucumbers, and feta cheese, making it creamy, salty, crunchy, and sour all at the same time.

The dish is then finished with a light lemon dressing.

All this lemon arugula couscous salad need is a protein, such as Italian chicken.

Greek orzo stuffed peppers

Fancy trying something now?

Give these stuffed peppers a try.

This filling is made with orzo, feta cheese, olives, and balsamic vinegar. The peppers are then sprinkled with fresh tomatoes to give them a summery vibe.

Psst, the stuffed peppers are also delicious with quinoa instead of orzo.

Bacon-wrapped green bean bundles

Bacon takes simple sautéed green beans to new heights.

The beans are roasted, but first blanched to ensure they retain some crunch.

Theyre then coated with a brown sugar and butter combination to give them a somewhat sweet flavor that pairs well with your herby Italian chicken.

Try these bacon-wrapped green bean bundles today.

Maple glazed rainbow carrots

With a side of these glazed rainbow carrots, you can add brilliant bursts of color to your chicken.

The grainy mustard in the glaze adds a little acidity to the dish, keeping it light. The pomegranate seed garnish gives some zing to balance out the sweet maple.

These maple-glazed rainbow carrots are a visual and sensory treat.

The best side dishes to serve with Italian chicken

• Pesto rigatoni
• Roasted asparagus and tomatoes
• Garlic parmesan potato wedges
• Italian green salad
• Mushroom risotto
• Broccoli cheese casserole
• Smokey creamed kale
• Mashed cauliflower
• Baked polenta fries
• Ratatouille
• Lemon arugula couscous salad
• Greek orzo stuffed peppers
• Bacon-wrapped green bean bundles
• Maple glazed rainbow carrots