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Chicken Paillard Salad

Delicious Chicken Paillard Salad: Your Quick Low-Carb Fix

Enjoy a flavorful Chicken Paillard Salad, a protein-packed low-carb meal ready in just 22 minutes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/3 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil High-quality oil enhances flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons White Balsamic Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a substitute.
  • 1 each Fresh Lemon Juice & Zest Roll lemon before juicing.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Substitute with favorite herbs if desired.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can enhance taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Essential for blending.
  • 1 teaspoon Honey Use agave or sugar-free sweetener for low-carb.
  • to taste Sea Salt & Black Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.
For the Salad
  • 2 each Chicken Breasts Pounded thin for quick cooking.
  • 4 cups Fresh Arugula Consider baby spinach for a milder taste.
  • 1 cup Cherry or Grape Tomatoes Diced cucumbers can be used as a substitute.
  • to taste Lemon Slices Cook with the chicken for added flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Optional but recommended for freshness.
  • 1/4 cup Shaved Parmesan Cheese Optional, can swap with pecorino or omit.

Equipment

  • Medium jar
  • large skillet
  • cutting board
  • Meat mallet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Prepare the Vinaigrette
  1. In a medium jar, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice and zest, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, and honey. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds until well blended.
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Prep the Chicken
  1. Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to 1/4-inch thickness. Season with garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
    Chicken Paillard Salad
Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken cutlets and lemon slices. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through.
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Finish the Chicken
  1. Transfer chicken to a platter, discard cooked lemon slices, warm reserved lemon slices, and place on platter with chicken. Let chicken rest for a few minutes.
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Assemble the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine arugula, tomatoes, and parsley. Drizzle half of the vinaigrette and toss gently to coat.
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Serve
  1. Divide salad among plates, top with chicken and lemon slices, and drizzle remaining vinaigrette on top.
    Chicken Paillard Salad

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Assemble the salad right before serving for maximum freshness.

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