Complete your meal with these side dishes.

The leafy green tops are blended into a pesto-like dressing that makes the tender roasted carrots really sing.

Green Salad

This salad is almost too pretty to eat.

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When serving with chicken piccata, it can be used to sop up every last drop of pan sauce.

It comes together with just salt, pepper, olive oil, Parmesan, and a lemon.

Asparagus Gratin

A cheesy, creamy sauce makes fresh asparagus a little more enticing.

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Just confirm to use a broiler-safe dish.

Pecorino Romano cheese adds a nutty flavor.

Boiling them before smashing and baking ensures they’re the ideal texture.

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It’s guaranteed to become the most requested side dish in your home.

Glazed Carrots

These citrusy glazed carrots will pair perfectly with chicken piccata.

Plus, they come together in just 25 minutes.

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Look for red, purple, and yellow potatoes for a colorful mix.

Just verify not to overcrowd the basket so each spear will roast evenly.

Form them and let them rise while you’re working on the chicken piccata.

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Just confirm not to skip the Creamy Garlic Dipping Sauce.

Celery and bacon add flavor and crunch.

A lightened upkale saladthat features a creamy, can’t-be-beat dressing made with Greek yogurt.

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Flavored with crushed pepper and ripe halved heirloom tomatoes, this is a quick and simple side.

Warm, comforting, and the ultimate companion to a chicken dinner.

Surprise guests with a spin on the ultimate Southern cornbread thanks to the addition of fried okra.

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Carrot Ribbon Salad

Even the picky little ones will enjoy eating this colorful side dish.

Asparagus Gratin

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Garlic Parmesan Green Beans

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Southern Living Homemade Mashed Potatoes in a bowl to serve

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Southern Living Roasted Artichokes with Creamy Garlic Dipping Sauce

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Southern Living Roasted Potato Salad in the bowl to serve

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Chopped Kale Salad with Toasted Breadcrumbs

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Southern Living Carrot Ribbon Salad on a platter to serve

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