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Chicken Paillard Salad Recipe [Gluten-Free]

Lori
Are you planning to bring a salad to a dinner party or want something delicious to eat after a long day? You might enjoy this delicious and crispy Chicken Paillard Salad!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Lemon Vinaigrette Ingredients

  • 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 T. white balsamic vinegar
  • one T. fresh lemon juice
  • 1 t. lemon zest
  • 1/2 t. Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 t. garlic powder
  • 1 t. Dijon mustard
  • 1 T. honey
  • Sea salt (to taste)

Remaining Ingredients

  • 11/4 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 t. garlic powder
  • Coarse sea salt or kosher salt, if you prefer
  • black pepper
  • 2 T. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 large organic lemon , sliced and cut in half, divided
  • 6 c. fresh arugula
  • 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes , halved
  • 3 T. fresh parsley , chopped
  • 1/4 c. shaved Parmesan cheese (or goat cheese, if you prefer)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the vinaigrette by combining tablespoons of olive oil and other ingredients on a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. Cover and shake vigorously until thoroughly combined. Set aside.
  • Place the chicken breasts on a large sheet of plastic wrap or wax paper spread out on a clean work surface. On a cutting board, cut the breasts in half horizontally (with the blade parallel to the counter). Arrange both halves on the sheets of plastic wrap or wax paper in a single layer.
  • To adjust the size of thick slices, cover the mat with a second sheet of plastic wrap or wax paper and pound to 1/4” thickness with a meat pounder or rolling pin. Remove the top cover and season the chicken cutlets on both sides with the garlic powder, teaspoon salt, and fresh ground pepper.
  • Add a drizzle of olive oil to a large nonstick skillet set over medium-high heat. Once hot, place chicken in and most of the lemon slices. Reserve 3 or 4 strips of lemon zest.
  • 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.
  • Combine arugula, tomatoes, fresh parsley, and Parmesan cheese in 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.
  • To serve, divide the salad between 4 serving bowls or a large plate and top each with pieces of chicken and warm lemon wedges. Place the remaining dressing in a small bowl and offer it as a side while serving. Enjoy!
Keyword Dinner