Lemon and Oregano Rubbed Chicken Paillards
Brighten up your dinner table with Lemon and Oregano Rubbed Chicken Paillards, a quick and zesty dish that blends fresh citrus and earthy herbs into a flavorful marinade. Perfectly pounded chicken breasts are coated in a vibrant mix of lemon zest, fresh oregano, garlic, olive oil, smoked paprika, and a hint of black pepper, then seared to golden perfection in just minutes. This easy-to-make recipe is a weeknight savior, boasting a prep time of just 15 minutes, yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve these juicy chicken paillards over crisp baby arugula and sweet cherry tomatoes for a complete, light, and healthy meal. Packed with bright Mediterranean flavors, this dish is a delicious way to add freshness to your dinner lineup.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 large Lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh oregano (chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly cracked)
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 2 cups Baby arugula (optional, for serving)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved, optional)
Directions
Step 1
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to gently pound the chicken until each piece is about 1/4-inch thick.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, fresh oregano, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika to create the marinade.
Step 3
Rub the marinade evenly over both sides of each chicken paillard. Let the chicken rest at room temperature for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Step 4
Heat a large non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil if necessary to coat the pan lightly.
Step 5
Working in batches if needed, cook the chicken paillards for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C). Remove the chicken from the pan and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Step 6
Optional: Serve the chicken paillards over baby arugula and cherry tomatoes for a light and refreshing meal. Drizzle with any remaining juices from the pan for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1012.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1606.6 |
| Total Fat 68.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2901.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 18.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.6g | |
| Protein 219.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 90.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 249.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2497.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories