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Chicken Paillard Salad

Chicken Paillard Salad

Fresh and Delicious Chicken Paillard Salad for a Healthy Lunch or Dinner

Course Dinner
Cuisine American
About Chicken Paillard Salad
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 288 kcal
Author DinnerPlanner

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large lemon sliced and cut in half, divided
  • 6 cups fresh arugula
  • 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes halved
  • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vinaigrette by combining all ingredients in a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. Cover and shake vigorously until thoroughly combined. Set aside.
  2. Place the chicken on a large sheet of plastic wrap or wax paper spread out on a clean work surface. Cut the breasts in half horizontally (with the blade parallel to the counter) and arrange both halves on the plastic wrap or wax paper in a single layer.
  3. Cover with a second sheet of plastic wrap or wax paper and pound to ¼” thickness with a meat mallet or rolling pin. Remove the top cover and season on both sides with the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Add the olive oil to a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and most of the lemon slices, reserving 3 or 4 slices for garnish.
  5. Cook until the chicken is golden brown on the bottom and releases easily from the skillet, approximately 3-4 minutes. Turn and cook on the remaining side another 2-3 minutes, or just until the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Note: Squeeze the lemon slices with tongs while the chicken cooks to release the juice.
  7. Remove from heat and discard the lemon rinds. Transfer the chicken to a large platter and place the reserved lemons in the skillet for approximately 30 seconds per side to warm up. Place the warm lemons on the platter with the chicken and set aside.
  8. Add the arugula, tomatoes, fresh parsley, and Parmesan cheese to a large bowl and drizzle 2-3 tablespoons of the vinaigrette on top. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and toss to combine.
  9. To serve, divide the salad between 4 serving bowls and top each with some of the chicken and warm lemon slices. Offer remaining dressing on the side while serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Chicken Paillard Salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 288 Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat 13g20%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 7g
Cholesterol 95mg32%
Sodium 288mg13%
Potassium 962mg27%
Carbohydrates 9g3%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 35g70%
Vitamin A 1640IU33%
Vitamin C 51mg62%
Calcium 154mg15%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.