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Chicken Paillard

Chicken Paillard: The 15-Minute French Bistro Dinner You Need to Master


  • Author: Nora
  • Total Time: 16 minutes
  • Yield: 2 Servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A classic French bistro dish ready in 15 minutes. Thinly pounded chicken breast seared to perfection and topped with a fresh lemon arugula salad.


Ingredients

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  • 2 Chicken Breasts
  • 4 cups Arugula
  • 1/3 cup Shaved Parmesan
  • 1 Shallot
  • 1 Lemon (Juice & Zest)
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil

Instructions

  1. Whisk shallot, lemon juice, and olive oil to make the vinaigrette.
  2. Pound chicken breasts between plastic wrap until 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Sear chicken in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
  4. Toss arugula and parmesan with the vinaigrette.
  5. Serve salad piled on top of the hot chicken.

Notes

  • Technique: Pounding the chicken ensures it cooks evenly and stays tender.
  • Timing: Dress the salad right before serving to keep the greens crisp.
  • Variations: Add cherry tomatoes or swap arugula for spinach.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Pan Sear
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Serving
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

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