Low Fat Chicken Paillard
Light, flavorful, and easy to prepare, this Low Fat Chicken Paillard is the perfect healthy dish for lunch or dinner! Featuring lean, boneless chicken breasts pounded to tender perfection and quickly seared in a zesty marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh thyme, this recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal calories. Served atop a refreshing bed of mixed salad greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp cucumber slices, it’s finished with a drizzle of tangy balsamic vinaigrette for a vibrant, restaurant-quality meal that’s ready in just 25 minutes. Perfect for clean eating and packed with protein, this quick and nutritious recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a wholesome, low-fat option that doesn’t sacrifice taste.
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinaigrette
Directions
Step 1
Begin by placing one chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound the chicken to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch. Repeat with the second chicken breast.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and fresh thyme leaves.
Step 3
Season the pounded chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
Step 4
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil mixture to the skillet.
Step 5
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Step 6
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes.
Step 7
In a large salad bowl, combine mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices.
Step 8
Slice the rested chicken breasts into strips and place on top of the salad.
Step 9
Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1021.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 876.4 |
| Total Fat 32.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 295.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1794.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 29.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.0g | |
| Protein 114.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 3.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 172.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2136.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories